Discrimination During Employment: Civil Cause of Action or Human Rights Claim?

In Andrachuk v. Bell Globe Media Publishing Inc., the Court states as follows:

It is well established that a civil cause of action cannot be grounded solely in an allegation that an employer breached the applicable human rights legislation or social standards expressed therein. 

In other words, you need something besides a discrimination claim to get your case before a civil court. An overtime or wrongful dismissal claim is usually sufficient though the decision as to how to frame and assert your allegations against your employer along with where to pursue them should never be made without consulting a qualified employment lawyer.

Robert H. Tanha, Employment Lawyer
"You want me on your side. You need me on your side."

Equity Court Law Chambers
Woodbridge, Ontario
Serving the Greater Toronto Area
Tel: 416-706-5890
Fax: 905-851-9447
Email: robert.tanha.equitylaw@gmail.com 

* This article is provided for general information purposes and should not be considered a legal opinion.  Clients are advised to obtain legal advice on their specific situations.