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For many non-unionized employees in Ontario, it’s shocking to learn that they are being fired for cause.

Long-term disability (LTD) coverage is supposed to give Canadians peace of mind financially if they can’t work due to an illness or permanent injury. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case.

More than 90 per cent of employees accept inadequate severance packages.

Understanding your workplace rights is crucial when you’re dealing with a disability.

With more people returning to the office now’s a good time to get a handle on your rights.

There may be nothing more challenging for non-unionized workers than understanding employment rights.

Do you have a case? Before you call an employment lawyer, use the Pocket Employment Lawyer to determine if your employment or disability situation requires further review by an experienced lawyer.

There are a lot of myths, misconceptions, and misinformation when it comes to your employment entitlements in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta. There is no greater area of confusion than determining how to calculate severance pay.

Your employer can propose a pay cut, but they can’t cut your pay without your permission. An employer in Ontario does not have the right to unilaterally change or reduce an employee’s salary. A company that makes a change to an employee’s salary risks triggering a claim for constructive dismissal.