Monkhouse Law

Employment lawyers at Monkhouse Law specialize in Employment Law, Human Rights Law, and Disability Insurance Law. We serve employees, independent contractors and employers, and strive to get optimal results for every client through skilled advocacy and research on each matter. We have successfully represented clients before all levels of court in Ontario, including the Superior Court, the Divisional Appeals Court, and the Court of Appeal as well as the Supreme Court of Canada.

9 Reasons You Need a Severance Package Review From An Employment Lawyer

Unfortunately, many employees do not have their severance package reviewed by an employment lawyer upon being laid off or fired. Only an employment lawyer will be able to assess your severance package based on your of your rights and entitlements. 1. If your severance package seems low, it probably is. Employers often get legal advice […]

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What Is Constructive Dismissal and How Can An Employment Lawyer Help You?

A constructive dismissal in Ontario occurs when an employee is forced to resign as a result of a unilateral change by the employer to a fundamental term of the employment contract. Examples include a significant cutting of an employee’s hours or wage, and creating a toxic or hostile work environment. In other words, if the

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6 Things An Employment Lawyer Can Do For You If You Have Been Laid Off Or Fired

Seeing an employment lawyer is one of the important ways to move forward after you have been laid off or fired. Employers do not always follow the rules when it comes to terminating employees, and there is a good chance that you may be entitled to much more than what your employer is offering you.

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