Human Rights & Employment Lawyer in Kingston

Protecting Your Rights in the Workplace

Workplace disputes can have a significant impact on your livelihood, financial security, and well-being. Whether you've been wrongfully dismissed, experienced discrimination, or are facing challenges after becoming ill or injured, understanding your legal rights is an important first step.

At Van Dyke Law, we provide practical legal advice and experienced representation for employees throughout Kingston and Eastern Ontario. We take the time to understand your situation, explain your options, and help you make informed decisions about how to move forward.

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Experienced Employment & Human Rights Representation

Employment law and human rights issues are often complex, particularly when they involve employers, insurance companies, or government agencies. You may be unsure whether your rights have been violated or what remedies are available.

Our firm works with employees facing a wide range of workplace disputes, providing clear legal guidance and strong advocacy throughout the process. Whether your matter can be resolved through negotiation or requires formal legal action, we’re committed to protecting your interests every step of the way.

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Employment & Human Rights Matters We Handle

Van Dyke Law provides legal representation in a variety of employment and workplace-related matters, including:

  • Wrongful Dismissal
  • Constructive Dismissal
  • Severance Package Reviews
  • Employment Contract Reviews
  • Human Rights Complaints
  • Workplace Discrimination
  • Workplace Harassment
  • Duty to Accommodate Matters
  • Employment Standards Act Claims
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD) Claims
  • Employment Insurance (EI) Matters
  • Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Disability Issues
  • Workplace Accommodation for Disabilities
  • Terminations and Layoffs
  • Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) Matters
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How We Can Help

Wrongful Dismissal & Severance

If you’ve lost your job, it’s important to understand whether the severance package you’ve been offered is fair. Before signing any agreement, we can review your employment circumstances, explain your legal rights, and determine whether you may be entitled to additional compensation.

Human Rights & Workplace Discrimination

Every employee has the right to work in an environment free from discrimination and harassment. If you’ve experienced unfair treatment based on a protected ground under Ontario’s Human Rights Code, we can help you understand your options and pursue an appropriate legal remedy.

Long-Term Disability & Workplace Benefits

Having a disability claim denied can create significant financial stress when you’re already dealing with health challenges. We assist clients with long-term disability disputes, helping them navigate insurance claims and advocate for the benefits they may be entitled to receive.

Workplace Accommodation

Employers have a legal duty to accommodate employees in many situations involving disabilities and other protected grounds. If you’re experiencing difficulties obtaining reasonable workplace accommodations, we can help you understand your rights and work toward an appropriate resolution.

Why Choose Van Dyke Law?

Experienced Legal Guidance

For more than 30 years, Van Dyke Law has provided trusted legal representation to individuals across Eastern Ontario. We understand that employment disputes often involve difficult personal and financial decisions, and we’re committed to providing practical advice tailored to your circumstances.

Clear, Honest Communication

Every workplace dispute is different. We take the time to understand your goals, assess your legal options, and develop a strategy that’s appropriate for your situation.

A Client-Focused Approach

Every workplace dispute is different. We take the time to understand your goals, assess your legal options, and develop a strategy that’s appropriate for your situation.

Frequently Asked Questions

It’s a good idea to seek legal advice as soon as possible after a workplace issue arises, particularly if you’ve been dismissed, offered a severance package, denied disability benefits, or experienced discrimination or harassment.

In many situations, employers can terminate employment without cause, but they may still be required to provide reasonable notice or appropriate severance under Ontario law. The amount depends on your individual circumstances.

Before accepting or signing any severance agreement, it’s important to have it reviewed by an employment lawyer. Once signed, you may give up important legal rights or additional compensation.

The Human Rights Code protects employees from discrimination and harassment based on protected grounds such as disability, age, race, sex, religion, family status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Yes. We assist clients whose long-term disability benefits have been denied or terminated and can help evaluate your claim and discuss the legal options available.

What Our Clients Have To Say

Serving Eastern Ontario

Our office proudly assists clients throughout Kingston and surrounding communities across Eastern Ontario. Whether you're seeking advice about a workplace dispute, discrimination complaint, disability claim, or wrongful dismissal matter, we're here to provide experienced legal guidance when you need it most.

Ottawa

Main Office

1000 Innovation Drive, Suite 500 Ottawa, Ontario
613-592-8500
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

Kingston

Main Office

Suite 104 - 1473 John Counter Boulevard Kingston, Ontario
613-544-1206
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

Belleville

Main Office

1 Bridge Street East, Suite 300 Belleville, Ontario
613-966-9060
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

Trenton

We work hard for our clients in the Trenton area who have a personal injury claim from disability or catastrophic impairments to obtain maximum compensation.

Smith Falls

We have obtained positive legal settlements for residents in Smiths Falls dealing with motor vehicle accidents, a slip and fall, or difficulty with their insurer.

Picton

We are dedicated to assisting individuals in Picton who have been injured due to the negligence of others. We manage a wide array of claims to provide the expertise you need.

Napanee

If you've suffered injuries due to the negligence of others in Napanee, we're here to support you. We have over 30 years of experience dealing with personal injury claims.

Gananoque

Injured in an accident due to someone else's negligence in Gananoque? We are here for support, and offer free legal consultation with an experienced personal injury lawyer.

Cornwall

Our clients in Cornwall benefit from more than 30 years of personal injury legal expertise, starting with a free consultation, to support them after they have been in an accident.

Brockville

With extensive experience in personal injury law, we are committed to protecting the rights of those who have been wrongfully injured in Brockville.

Southern Ontario

We bring extensive experience in handling various claims across Southern Ontario to deliver top-tier legal representation to our clients.

Contact Van Dyke Law

If you’re facing a workplace dispute or believe your employment or human rights have been violated, don’t wait to seek legal advice. Contact Van Dyke Law today to schedule your free consultation and learn how we can help protect your rights.

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