Workers in Aurora are protected by a combination of Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (ESA), the Ontario Human Rights Code, and common law. The ESA guarantees minimum standards, such as hours of work, overtime pay, public holidays, pregnancy and parental leave, and termination notice or severance pay. The Human Rights Code ensures protection from discrimination and harassment based on race, gender, disability, age, religion, and other protected grounds. But the law doesn’t stop at the bare minimum. In many cases, Aurora employees are entitled to far more than ESA standards, particularly when it comes to severance pay under the common law. Understanding the full scope of your rights is the first step to protecting them, and that’s where we come in.

Reach out as soon as something changes or doesn’t feel right. Maybe you’ve been let go, offered a new contract, passed over for a promotion, or placed on a performance improvement plan. Or maybe you’ve been asked to agree to new terms that weren’t part of your original job.

Many Aurora employees only seek legal help after they’ve signed a release or missed an opportunity to push back. The earlier you speak with a lawyer, the more leverage you keep. We’ll help you spot risks, clarify your entitlements, and respond from a position of strength.

Step one: don’t sign anything yet. Many employers in Aurora offer severance packages based on ESA minimums. However, most non-unionized employees are entitled to significantly more under common law. That amount depends on factors like your age, position, length of service, and ability to find similar work. We help you calculate what your full entitlements really look like and identify where your employer’s offer falls short. Severance negotiation isn’t about confrontation; it’s about strategy. And we’re here to make sure you walk away with what you’ve truly earned.

Costs depend on the type of employment matter. A review of employment agreements is typically billed hourly, while work for most workplace issues begins with a flat-fee consultation. If more extensive legal services are required, our legal team will outline the billing options clearly. Aurora employees can expect practical advice and tailored support from employment law experts who prioritize transparency. With Whitten & Lublin, you’ll always know the cost of your legal services upfront

Timelines vary based on the nature of your case. A severance negotiation might be resolved in a matter of weeks, while wrongful dismissal litigation or situations involving human rights violations can take several months or more. Much depends on how quickly the employer responds and whether settlement is possible. From day one, we will provide realistic assessments of the potential timeline it could take to resolve your issue. Our goal is always to resolve matters efficiently while protecting your rights.

Most Aurora employment disputes are resolved without going to trial. Many workplace issues, including when someone has been wrongfully dismissed or faced significant changes to their role, can be addressed through negotiation or mediation. This often saves time and cost while still protecting the employment relationship and your workplace rights. However, when court action is necessary, our legal team has the litigation experience to advocate  strongly on your behalf.