Lawyers at Drysdale Bacon McStravick are experienced in all aspects of employment law , particularily how a wrongful dismissal affects our Coquitlam and Langley clients. We can advise employers about creating employment contracts and the requirements for termination, as well as programs to reduce exposure to claims of discrimination. If you are an employee, you may have questions about your rights on dismissal, or how your union is obligated to protect you.

Wrongful dismissal in Coquitlam and Langley

In the Coquitlam and Langley area, At Drysdale Bacon McStravick we will help you find the most cost-effective way of resolving a wrongful dismissal claim. You may require the services of a lawyer if your employment has been terminated without just cause, or for a false reason, you have received unfair treatment because of your age, sex, race, religion, country of origin, or family status, or you have been the subject of sexual harrassment. Some of these problems can be resolved without retaining a lawyer or consulting a lawyer only for advice. Some wrongful dismissal claims in the Coquitlam and Langley area can be dealt with in Small Claims Court ( Provincial Court ) where parties may represent themselves.

We advise on human resource matters and develop solutions to assist employers in resolving difficulties with employees. We advise clients on their obligations when dismissing employees and assist in developing severance packages and termination stratagies in order to reduce exposure to wrongful dismissal law suits for our Coquitlam and Langley area customers. As a result of a decision of the Supreme Court of Canada, employers owe a duty to employees to treat them failry upon termination. An example of unfair dealing would include an employer alleging cause for termination when none exists. We are able to help you avoid these pitfalls.