FIRING SOMEONE FOR POOR PERFORMANCE (WITHOUT SEVERANCE) – DO-ABLE, BUT RISKY. THE NUTS AND BOLTS
Generally, an employer cannot abruptly terminate an employee without notice (i.e., any severance) unless there is “just cause” to do so. If such cause is absent, reasonable notice, or pay in lieu of notice, is usually required by law. It is exceedingly difficult for Ontario employers to prove “just cause” in Ontario Courtrooms. Some critics […]
