Representing Employees on all Termination Matters in Vancouver and Fraser Valley

A person’s employment is not merely about having a job or earning money. It can be a part of their identity, self worth and social connections to others. Losing a job can be on many levels a painful and often traumatic experience.

Our aim is not just to help you understand your rights, we’d like to also elevate you to the next and hopefully better chapter of your work life.

YLaw’s experienced employment lawyers in Vancouver and Fraser Valley are here to protect your rights and maximize your compensation.

Contact us for a consultation.

What Is Wrongful Dismissal?

Under BC law, wrongful dismissal occurs when an employer terminates an employee without providing reasonable notice or severance pay as required by the Employment Standards Act (ESA) and common law principles. Employees may also be wrongfully dismissed when terminated for discriminatory or retaliatory reasons.

YLaw provides strategic legal counsel to:

• Determine if your dismissal was wrongful
• Assess whether your severance offer is fair
• Assess whether you are entitled to more pay or notice
• Represent you in settlement negotiations or court proceedings with your former employer

What Is Constructive Dismissal?

Constructive dismissal occurs when your employer drastically changes terms of your employment without consent, or makes working conditions so intolerable that you have to resign. Courts consider factors such as:

• Pay reductions
• Unilateral demotions
• Changes in work location or arrangements
• Creation of a toxic or hostile work environment

This area of law is ever-evolving, and it is very important to consult a lawyer to fully understand your legal rights.

If you feel forced to resign under these conditions, contact YLaw immediately. Our lawyers can help you preserve your claim and negotiate a exist pay or severance.

Your Rights to Severance Pay

If you receive a letter offering you severance, it is best not to sign it and instead obtain independent legal advice first on the amount offered. Employees are often entitled to much more severance than what they are initially offered.

Severance calculations are based on the type of service, age, position, availability of comparable employment, and other factors.

YLaw’s employment lawyers will:

• Review your employment contract
• Assess the fairness of any severance offers
• Negotiate with your employer to maximize your compensation
• Represent you if litigation becomes necessary

Typical severance for long-term employees can range from several months to over 24 months’ salary depending on circumstances.

Do not accept a severance package without consulting an experienced employment lawyer. Contact us.

Executive Severance and Senior-Level Dismissals

Executives and senior employees may be entitled to fortunes in severance. They often have complex contracts with:

• Stock options or equity rights
• Confidentiality and non-disparagement clauses
• Non-compete or non-solicitation obligations

Our experienced employment counsel has a proven track record of negotiating multi-faceted executive severance packages and pursuing wrongful dismissal litigation where required.

Why Choose YLaw for Your Termination Case?

What sets us apart includes:

• All of our lawyers collaborate on your case
• We are at the forefront of changing employment policies for the better
• Proven track record of workplace innovations and strategy
• Personalized case strategies
• A track record of success for BC employees
• Transparent legal fees

Our knowledge of both employer and employee strategies gives us a tactical advantage in securing the best outcome for our clients.

Contact YLaw for Wrongful Dismissal Advice

If you have been terminated or pressured to resign, contact YLaw immediately. Strict limitation periods apply, and early legal advice can protect your rights and compensation.

Contact YLaw’s Employment Lawyers