Not fired “just cuz”: Just Cause Dismissals

This week we are talking all about Just Cause dismissals - not to be confused with being terminated "just cuz". In reality, it is pretty rare to be terminated for cause, i.e a clear reason, in the workplace. But in cases when an employees behaviour is problematic enough, the employer actually has the duty to end their employment as soon as possible. Jill and Dana discuss examples of Just Cause dismissals, and what the consequences of this category of termination have on severance entitlements.To contact Jill LewisTo contact Dana DuPerronTo visit Nelligan's Employment Law SectionThis content is not intended to provide legal advice or opinion as neither can be given without reference to specific events and situations.