Wrongful Discharge
A wrongful dismissal in Saskatchewan means that the person who had been employed by the employer has been unfairly dismissed. For example, an employee who was working at a processing plant for a company that made wind turbines had her employment contract terminated without just cause. The reason given was that the employee made a comment to another employee that another employee did not like her job. This caused the other employee to go on a grievance against the employer. When the grievance was investigated and considered, it was found that there had been no basis to terminate the contract. The employer argued that they had conducted an investigation to determine whether or not this happened and if it did, that the employee was entitled to compensation for her loss of income and the stress she went through because of this situation.
If you have been affected by this type of wrongful dismissal in Saskatchewan, then you should know what your rights are and how to claim compensation. First of all, you need to know that the provincial government protects you when you have been made redundant or if you are owed compensation for being put on administrative duties. The employer does not have to prove that the employee was informed of these plans or that they had no choice but to accept the redundancy.
You will also find that it is a very difficult process for you to get your compensation if you try to file a case with the SSA without professional legal help. First, they will ask you a lot of questions about your background including your former employer and where you work. They will also want to know about your salary and whether you had any complaints before and during the time that you were put on administrative duties. A SSA investigator will review your case and will determine whether or not you have a valid case.
Wrongful Discharge In Saskatchewan – How To Proceed With A Claim
In addition to the fact that you will have to hire a lawyer to represent you, this can be expensive. There is also the chance of a denial if the employer offers you a severance package in exchange for a successful claim. If you can prove that the company tried to fire you without just cause and that you were offered a severance package as a result, then you might be able to successfully claim compensation from them. On the other hand, if your contract states that you have no option but to accept the redundancy, then the case will probably fail.
If you are a member of an exclusive bargaining organization, such as the Union of Ontario Mechanical Engineers or the Canadian Union of Professional Employees, it may be possible to avoid losing your case and receive compensation for your loss and suffering. If you are filing on your own behalf, then you should be prepared to show your contract or the SSA rules as to what your options are. If you are represented by a lawyer, then you will also be well represented as your lawyer will be able to do his or her best to ensure that you receive the maximum amount of money you deserve.
Your contract or the SSA rules that describe what your employer can and cannot do with your claim will determine your final claim amount. You should therefore make sure that you are thoroughly familiar with these rules and that you know what your rights are before making a claim. However, despite the fact that you might have little or nothing to claim, there are certain instances where you might be eligible for payment. For example, you might have been discriminated against because of your gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, religion or race. If you have suffered this type of harassment at work, then you should definitely make a claim for it.
