Nova Scotia Employment Lawyers
Lost Your Job? Need a Nova Scotia Employment Lawyer?
If you are looking for Nova Scotia employment lawyers, Ertl Lawyers is pleased to offer its services throughout all of Nova Scotia.
David Ertl, has over 20 years of employment law expertise in B.C., Ontario, and now Nova Scotia.
He has successfully resolved thousands of employment matters involving wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, terminations with cause, layoffs, harassment, bullying, and discrimination.
David has recovered millions in wrongfully withheld severance pay for his clients, including salary, commissions, bonuses, promised pay raises, health benefits, insurance benefits, shares, stock options, and car allowances.
Nova Scotia Employment Lawyers – We Serve All of Nova Scotia
We represent clients throughout Nova Scotia, including:
Halifax • Hammonds Plains • Dartmouth • Cole Harbour • Lower Sackville • Bedford • Upper Tantallon • Chester • Lunenburg • Bridgewater • Liverpool • Windsor • Wolfville • Kentville • Digby • Waverly • Fall River • Enfield • Elmsdale • Truro • Debert • New Glascow • Stellarton • Pictou • Antigonish • Amherst • Springhill • Sydney • North Sydney
Some Things You Should Know About Ertl Lawyers
Free Consultation With Nova Scotia Employment Lawyers
We are pleased to inform you that Ertl Lawyers offers a complimentary and confidential phone consultation with a legal professional. We will provide our initial assessment of your matter, and we will discuss your options, costs, and timing. After the phone consultation, if you want us to review any written materials such as your employment agreement, termination letter, non-solicitation agreement, etc., we offer this service at a reduced flat fee. We take pride in offering what we believe is the most outstanding consultation service in the industry.
Contingency Fees Available
Many of our clients frequently inquire about “contingency fees.” With a contingency fee, we charge a percentage of the amount by which we improve your severance package. However, in other cases, clients often prefer a fixed/flat fee billing method.
In almost all situations, no upfront retainer is required. In other words, we are paid when you get paid. Contact us today to discuss your situation and indicate which billing method you prefer. We’ll confidently explain the benefits of each.
You Will Work With Leading Nova Scotia Employment Lawyers – Not A Junior Lawyer
When you choose Ertl Lawyers, you are choosing to work directly with David Ertl himself. There are no hand-offs to junior lawyers.
David Ertl is an accomplished employment lawyer who has expertly negotiated thousands of severance packages and has an indisputable track record of successfully representing employees across various industries. From C-suite executives to general laborers, David fearlessly advocates for all employees with unwavering confidence and unparalleled expertise.
Having David Ertl on your side in employment law matters is a confident choice. With his reputation as one of the leading Nova Scotia employment lawyers, you can rest assured that you are in the hands of a true expert.
What You Need To Know Right Now About Your Termination
1. Severance Offer “Deadline”
When it comes to severance offers, it’s crucial to keep a few things in mind. Firstly, most offers come with a deadline to sign them, but it’s important not to let that deadline pressure you into making a hasty decision. Deadlines typically don’t affect your entitlements, and signing too soon without seeking legal advice could mean missing out on a significant amount of severance pay.
The positive news is that most employers are open to providing additional time for you to review the severance package. So, if you’re feeling the deadline pressure, don’t hesitate to ask for some extra time. It’s well within your rights.
If you’re unsure about any aspect of your severance offer, it’s a fantastic idea to reach out to a knowledgeable employment lawyer like David Ertl, who offers free consultations. Taking the time to get the right advice could make a big difference in your situation.
2. Your Employment Contract Should Be Reviewed By Nova Scotia Employment Lawyers
If you have been terminated from your job, it’s important to note that your employment contract may specify the severance pay you are entitled to. However, in some cases, the contract may not be legally enforceable, potentially entitling you to more compensation than stated. It is crucial to seek advice from an employment lawyer in Nova Scotia to fully understand your rights. Please reach out to us today for assistance.
3. Calculating Severance Pay
There is no law that limits your severance entitlements to two weeks per year of employment in Nova Scotia. Your severance pay is determined by various factors such as legislation, your employment agreement, and common law. Common law severance pay is determined by factors such as age, length of service, the type of job you had, and your employability.
You can try our severance pay calculator to estimate your potential severance pay. Then, discuss your results with Nova Scotia employment lawyers, like Ertl Lawyers.
4. Limitation Periods
With few exceptions, a terminated employee has two years from termination to claim full severance pay from their employer. If you have any questions, consult with a Nova Scotia employment lawyer.
5. The Nova Scotia Labour Standards Division or Nova Scotia Employment Lawyers?
The Nova Scotia Labour Standards Division only enforces minimum standards set by the Labour Standards Code. If you are solely focused on recovering the minimum termination and severance pay as per the Labour Standards Code, then filing a complaint with the Labour Standards Division would be your best course of action. However, this approach may not help you obtain your maximum entitlements under common law.
It’s important to note that if you file a complaint with the Labour Standards Division, you are not permitted to pursue a civil claim for common law severance pay. This means you could potentially forfeit money!
The answer for common law severance pay is clear. It is best to seek help from experienced Nova Scotia employment lawyers. Ertl Lawyers can greatly improve your chances of receiving the severance package you deserve.
6. Terminations with “Just Cause”
If you’ve been let go for “just cause” and didn’t get any severance pay, it’s important to remember that this is just your employer’s side of the story. Employers need to show serious misconduct, like theft, to withhold severance pay for “just cause.” If you’re worried about your rights, don’t hesitate to reach out for assistance.
After investing decades of my life to my job I was let go during a restructuring. I found David Ertl and was so impressed with the free consultation, I decided to work with Ertl Lawyers. I was so happy that I did. David kept me informed every step of the way and I was able to get an excellent severance package.
– F.A., INSURANCE INDUSTRY, HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA
Severance Pay Calculator
Free Employment Guides by Nova Scotia Employment Lawyers
6th edition This guide provides information on common severance pay issues, including:
✓ Responding to the employer “deadline”
✓ Key mistakes to avoid
✓ Lump sum vs. salary continuation
✓ “Short service” employees
✓ Employees 45 years and older
6th edition This guide provides information on “cause” terminations, including:
✓ What is cause?
✓ Why the employer is probably wrong!
✓ Factors that really matter
✓ Can I still get E.I.?
✓ Bad references
6th edition This guide provides information on constructive dismissal, including:
✓ 20 common “constructive dismissals”
✓ Whether you should resign
✓ What happens to my E.I. benefits?
✓ Layoffs!
✓ The “toxic” work environment
6th edition This guide provides information on discrimination and harassment in the workplace, including:
✓ Types of discrimination
✓ Types of harassment
✓ Bill 168
✓ Remedies
✓ Tribunal vs. court
Example Cases Won by Ertl Lawyers: Nova Scotia Employment Lawyers
In Patterson v. IBM Canada Limited, 2017 ONSC 1264 (CanLII), employment lawyer David Ertl was able to obtain an award of 18 months of severance pay and benefits for Mr. Patterson after he was terminated from IBM.
In Drysdale v. Panasonic Canada Inc., 2015 68678 (CanLII), David Ertl of Ertl Lawyers, represented an employee who was terminated from Panasonic. David was able to get his client, a warehouse employee, 22 months of severance.
Nova Scotia Employment Lawyers: Videos
How Much Severance Am I Entitled To?
How Age Affects Severance Pay
Severance Pay if You’re Over 45
Nova Scotia Employment Lawyers: Blog Posts
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How Much Is Your Severance Pay?
Common law severance pay is different for everyone and depends on such things as your age, length of service, the type of job you had, and the number of available jobs in the marketplace. Consult with Ertl Lawyers today to understand your rights and to make sure you don’t leave anything on the table.
Nova Scotia Employment Lawyers