Human Rights Tribunal Applications
Filing and representing clients in cases of discrimination and harassment before the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario.
Lutfi Law Firm
Human Rights Lawyer In Ontario
We handle discrimination and harassment claims, HRTO applications and workplace accommodation disputes.
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Human Rights Representation Across Ontario
Lutfi Law represents individuals and organizations in discrimination, harassment, accommodation, policy, and human rights related legal matters.
Workplace Discrimination Claims
Addressing issues related to race, gender, disability, and other protected grounds.
Accessibility And Accommodation
Advocating for reasonable accommodations in workplaces, schools, and public spaces.
Policy Review And Development
Helping organizations create and implement anti discrimination and harassment policies.
Systemic Advocacy
Challenging systemic inequalities through legal representation and public interest litigation.
Education And Training
Offering workshops and seminars on human rights compliance for organizations and individuals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful answers to questions we regularly hear from clients across Ontario.
How much severance pay am I entitled to in Ontario?
Severance depends on age, position, length of service, compensation, availability of similar work and the terms of your employment agreement. Many employees are offered less than they may be entitled to receive.
Can I be fired without cause in Ontario?
Yes. An employer can terminate without cause if proper notice, severance pay, or compensation in lieu of notice is provided. The termination still has to comply with Ontario employment law and any valid contract terms.
What is the difference between wrongful dismissal and constructive dismissal?
Wrongful dismissal happens when you're let go without proper notice or pay in lieu. Constructive dismissal happens when your employer significantly changes your job, pay, or working conditions without your consent, effectively forcing you out even though you were never formally fired.
What should I do before accepting a severance package?
Do not sign before understanding what you are giving up. Once a release is signed, you may lose the ability to pursue more severance or challenge unfair terms later.
Can I be fired or laid off while on sick leave, stress leave, or disability leave?
An employer cannot fire you simply because you need medical leave or disability accommodation. If you were dismissed while sick, injured, or on leave, both employment and human rights issues may be involved.
What counts as workplace discrimination in Ontario?
Workplace discrimination can involve unfair treatment based on disability, race, sex, age, religion, family status, or another protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code. This includes being passed over for promotion, unequal treatment, or being held to different standards of discipline.
What is an employer's duty to accommodate?
Employers must accommodate an employee's disability, family status, or other protected needs up to the point of undue hardship. This can include modified duties, schedule changes, or leave, and failing to explore reasonable options can itself be a human rights violation.
Can I be fired for filing a human rights complaint?
No. Punishing an employee for raising a good-faith human rights complaint is called reprisal, and it's prohibited under the Ontario Human Rights Code. An employee disciplined or terminated after raising concerns may have a separate reprisal claim in addition to the underlying complaint.
How long do I have to file a human rights claim in Ontario?
An application to the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario generally must be filed within one year of the last incident of discrimination. Speaking with a lawyer promptly helps preserve these options and any related employment claims.
What is Sport ADR and when does it apply?
Sport ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) covers mediation, arbitration, and disciplinary hearings for athletes, coaches, and sport organizations. It applies to disputes like team selection, carding appeals, eligibility, and Safe Sport complaints, usually resolved outside the courts through bodies like the SDRCC.
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