What can I do if I was offered a promotion that I do not want?

What should I do if my employer is trying to force me to retire?

Am I entitled to severance after 5 months of employment?

How do I get a fair severance?

How common is it for individuals to seek legal advice after they lose their job?

Do I have to sue my former employer to get a better severance?

I was laid off without severance several years ago, was there anything I could have done?

What is the likelihood of success in a severance case?

Is it costly to hire a lawyer for my employment issue?

What kind of severance am I entitled to after 1 year of employment?

What advice would you give to someone who is working with an employment lawyer to try to improve their severance?

How do I protect my rights after I have given notice?

I have been put on a performance improvement plan for 90 days, do they have the right to fire me without severance during this period?

Can my employer change my scheduled hours from full to part time?

Canadian Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru, Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, reveals your workplace rights in British Columbia, and shatters myths and misconceptions about severance pay, terminations, workplace harassment, overtime pay, wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, duty to accommodate, and more.

Chapter 1:

What can I do if I was offered a promotion that I do not want?

A client called with an issue at her part-time job.  She had worked 3 days a week for the last 10 years, her employer wanted to give her a promotion that was a full-time position.  She declined the offer and was told that her previous position was eliminated, and she was resigning by not taking the new offer.

Chapter 2:

What should I do if my employer is trying to force me to retire?

A client who worked at a company for over 30 years was recently having a problem with his manager.  The manager began bringing up retirement and frequently suggested it to our client.  This created a toxic environment for our client and is a form of discrimination. 

Chapter 3:

Am I entitled to severance after 5 months of employment?

My son worked for 5 months in a trades position and was terminated without severance.

Chapter 4:

How do I get fair severance?

Chapter 5:

How common is it for individuals to seek legal advice after they lose their job?

Chapter 6:

Do I have to sue my former employer to get a better severance?

Chapter 7:

I was laid off without severance, is there anything I can do?

My company claimed they were going bankrupt and laid me off without severance.

Chapter 8:

What is the likelihood of success in a severance case?

Chapter 9:

Is it costly to hire a lawyer for my employment issue?

Chapter 10:

What kind of severance am I entitled to after 1 year of employment?

My husband worked as a manger for 1 year before he was terminated.  He was only offered a few weeks of severance.

Chapter 11:

What kind of advice would you give to someone who is working with an employment lawyer?

Chapter 12:

How do I protect my rights after I have been given notice?

Chapter 13:

Can I be fired without severance if I have been put on a performance improvement plan?

I was placed on a performance improvement plan for the next 90 days and given specific tasks which must be completed per the plan.  Some of my tasks are reliant on others completing their work and I am worried that this will impact me.

Chapter 14:

Can my employer change my scheduled hours?

I have worked a full-time position for 13 years, last week my employer told me that I will be dropped down to 1 day per week.

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Use The Severance Pay Calculator to find out how much severance pay you may be owed upon termination.

Call 1-855-821-5900, email Help@EmploymentLawyer.ca or fill out a contact form to get help now from a Vancouver employment lawyer.

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Canadian Employment Lawyer <a href="http://www.stlawyers.ca/lior-samfiru">Lior Samfiru</a>, Partner&nbsp;at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, reveals your workplace rights in British Columbia, and shatters myths and misconceptions about severance pay, terminations, workplace harassment, overtime pay, wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, duty to accommodate, and more.
Chapter 1:
What can I do if I was offered a promotion that I do not want?
A client called with an issue at her part-time job.&nbsp; She had worked 3 days a week for the last 10 years, her employer wanted to give her a promotion that was a full-time position.&nbsp; She declined the offer and was told that her previous position was eliminated, and she was resigning by not taking the new offer.
Chapter 2:
What should I do if my employer is trying to force me to retire?
A client who worked at a company for over 30 years was recently having a problem with his manager.&nbsp; The manager began bringing up retirement and frequently suggested it to our client.&nbsp; This created a toxic environment for our client and is a form of discrimination.&nbsp;
Chapter 3:
Am I entitled to severance after 5 months of employment?
My son worked for 5 months in a trades position and was terminated without severance.
Chapter 4:
How do I get fair severance?
Chapter 5:
How common is it for individuals to seek legal advice after they lose their job?
Chapter 6:
Do I have to sue my former employer to get a better severance?
Chapter 7:
I was laid off without severance, is there anything I can do?
My company claimed they were going bankrupt and laid me off without severance.
Chapter 8:
What is the likelihood of success in a severance case?
Chapter 9:
Is it costly to hire a lawyer for my employment issue?
Chapter 10:
What kind of severance am I entitled to after 1 year of employment?
My husband worked as a manger for 1 year before he was terminated.&nbsp; He was only offered a few weeks of severance.
Chapter 11:
What kind of advice would you give to someone who is working with an employment lawyer?
Chapter 12:
How do I protect my rights after I have been given notice?
Chapter 13:
Can I be fired without severance if I have been put on a performance improvement plan?
I was placed on a performance improvement plan for the next 90 days and given specific tasks which must be completed per the plan.&nbsp; Some of my tasks are reliant on others completing their work and I am worried that this will impact me.
Chapter 14:
Can my employer change my scheduled hours?
I have worked a full-time position for 13 years, last week my employer told me that I will be dropped down to 1 day per week.
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Experiencing an Employment Issue?
Before you call a lawyer, use the <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/pocket-employment-lawyer/">Pocket Employment Lawyer</a> to find out if you might have a case.
Use <a href="https://www.severancepaycalculator.com">The Severance Pay Calculator</a> to find out how much severance pay you may be owed upon termination.
Call <a href="tel:1-855-821-5900">1-855-821-5900</a>, email <a href="mailto:Help@EmploymentLawyer.ca">Help@EmploymentLawyer.ca</a>&nbsp;or fill out a <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/contact-us/">contact form</a> to get help now from a <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/vancouver-employment-lawyers/">Vancouver employment lawyer</a>.
Denied Long Term Disability? We Can Help.
Discover your rights when your Long Term Disability Claim is denied. <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/disability-law/">Find out more here</a>.
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Discover your workplace rights, and let Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru fight for them.

A co-founding partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, Lior has unmatched experience at various courts and tribunals in Canada, where he has defended countless clients in matters concerning severance pay, wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, human rights, sexual harassment, breach of contract, and much more. He also manages the firm's Toronto employment lawyers, Vancouver employment lawyers, Ottawa employment lawyers, and Calgary employment lawyers.

Lior frequently hosts the Employment Law Show, where he educates both employees and employers on their employment rights, according to Employment Standards in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta, and common law throughout Canada. The show airs on the following radio and TV stations:
Global TV
CTV Toronto
CTV Ottawa
Global News Radio 640 Toronto
Global News Radio 980 CKNW in Vancouver
Newstalk 580 CFRA in Ottawa
Global News Radio 900 CHML in Hamilton
Global News Radio 980 CFPL in London

He also created the Severance Pay Calculator to allow employees in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta determine how much severance pay they are owed when they are terminated from their job.

Experiencing a workplace issue? Not sure if you need legal assistance? BEFORE you call an employment lawyer, use the Pocket Employment Lawyer. Answer a few quick questions at PocketEmploymentLawyer.ca and you will learn what your legal options are and how to enforce your rights.

Discover your workplace rights, and let Employment Lawyer <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/team/lior-samfiru/">Lior Samfiru</a> fight for them.
A co-founding partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, Lior has unmatched experience at various courts and tribunals in Canada, where he has defended countless clients in matters concerning <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/severance-pay/">severance pay</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/wrongful-dismissal/">wrongful dismissal</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/constructive-dismissal/">constructive dismissal</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/harassment-discrimination/">human rights</a>, sexual harassment, breach of contract, and much more. He also manages the firm's <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/toronto-employment-lawyers/">Toronto employment lawyers</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/vancouver-employment-lawyers/">Vancouver employment lawyers</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/ottawa-employment-lawyers/">Ottawa employment lawyers</a>, and <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/calgary-employment-lawyers/">Calgary employment lawyers</a>.
Lior frequently hosts the <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/employment-law-show/">Employment Law Show</a>, where he educates both employees and employers on their employment rights, according to Employment Standards in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta, and common law throughout Canada. The show airs on the following radio and TV stations:
<ul>
<li>Global TV</li>
<li>CTV Toronto</li>
<li>CTV Ottawa</li>
<li>Global News Radio 640 Toronto</li>
<li>Global News Radio 980 CKNW in Vancouver</li>
<li>Newstalk 580 CFRA in Ottawa</li>
<li>Global News Radio 900 CHML in Hamilton</li>
<li>Global News Radio 980 CFPL in London</li>
</ul>
He also created the <a href="https://www.severancepaycalculator.com/">Severance Pay Calculator</a> to allow employees in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta determine how much severance pay they are owed when they are terminated from their job.
Experiencing a workplace issue? Not sure if you need legal assistance? BEFORE you call an employment lawyer, use the <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/pocket-employment-lawyer/">Pocket Employment Lawyer</a>. Answer a few quick questions at PocketEmploymentLawyer.ca and you will learn what your legal options are and how to enforce your rights.

Lior Samfiru - Samfiru Tumarkin LLP

Advice you need. Compensation You Deserve.

Whether you are an employee facing a wrongful dismissal or an employer who needs the support of a knowledgeable advocate, have been denied or cut off a long-term disability claim, or have a conflict with an insurance company, the experienced legal team at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP provides practical and cost-effective solutions, backed up by years of proven results and countless testimonials. Our offices are located in Toronto, Ottawa, Vancouver and Calgary, where we serve residents in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta. Samfiru Tumarkin LLP is the only employment law firm in Canada with a TV show and live weekday radio program dedicated to answering your questions about your workplace rights.

Advice you need. Compensation You Deserve.
Whether you are an employee facing a <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/wrongful-dismissal/">wrongful dismissal</a> or an employer who needs the support of a knowledgeable advocate, have been <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/long-term-disability-claims/">denied or cut off a long-term disability claim</a>, or have a conflict with an insurance company, the experienced legal team at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP provides practical and cost-effective solutions, backed up by years of proven results and countless testimonials. Our offices are located in <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/toronto-employment-lawyers/">Toronto</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/ottawa-employment-lawyers/">Ottawa</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://stlawyers.ca/vancouver-employment-lawyers/">Vancouver</a> and <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/calgary-employment-lawyers/">Calgary</a>, where we serve residents in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta. Samfiru Tumarkin LLP is the only employment law firm in Canada with a TV show and live weekday radio program dedicated to answering your questions about your workplace rights.

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