Taylor Janis Workplace Law

Taylor Janis Workplace Law Proudly serving Alberta and B.C.

Taylor Janis LLP focuses on labour, employment, and related litigation law matters: wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, reasonable notice entitlements, severance, & just cause matters.

What exactly is a terminated executive entitled to? 🤔 In this landmark case, Mr. Matthews was awarded over one million d...
06/18/2026

What exactly is a terminated executive entitled to? 🤔 In this landmark case, Mr. Matthews was awarded over one million dollars from an incentive plan that materialized during what would have been his notice period, despite no longer being “actively employed” when the triggering event occurred.

Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AsSm7

📝 Fact-check: Just because your contract says you're an "Independent Contractor" doesn't mean you actually are in the ey...
06/17/2026

📝 Fact-check: Just because your contract says you're an "Independent Contractor" doesn't mean you actually are in the eyes of the law. Independent contractor agreements are becoming increasingly common in Alberta and BC, but they're often misunderstood.

The independent contractor agreement has advantages for both employers and employees: employers can avoid all of the hassles associated with hiring and firing employees, and the independent contractor benefits from several income tax deductions, not available to employees.

Despite these advantages, however, independent contractor relationships also carry substantial risks for both parties, including severe income tax consequences.

It's important to understand that many independent contractors are actually employees or what are known as “dependent contractors”, and they are afforded much greater protection in the workplace, including severance pay on termination.

Unsure of your contractor status? We're here to help: 👉 https://www.tjworkplacelaw.com/get-employment-law-help-in-western-canada/ 👈

06/15/2026

Were you recently terminated in Alberta? Or, are you worried about what your rights are if you are? You may be entitled to far more than your employer is offering.

In this video, Colin Flynn, Calgary-based workplace lawyer at Taylor Janis Workplace Law, breaks down everything you need to know about severance pay and termination pay in Alberta, including the critical difference between Employment Standards Code minimums and common law severance pay.

What We Cover:
✅ What severance pay (termination pay) actually is
✅ What the Alberta Employment Standards Code entitles you to based on your length of service
✅ What common law severance is — and why it's almost always significantly more

⚠️ Key Takeaway: Many employers will only offer you the bare legal minimum under the Employment Standards Code. But under common law, you could be entitled to months (or even years) of additional compensation, depending on your age, position, length of service, and other factors.

Don't sign anything before speaking with an employment lawyer.

Get Help Now: 👉 https://www.tjworkplacelaw.com/get-employment-law-help-in-western-canada/ 👈
📞 Call us:+1 (844) 224-0222

Disclaimer: This video is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For advice specific to your situation, please consult a qualified employment lawyer.

👋 Meet Cyril, a workplace lawyer based out of our Edmonton office! Cyril brings a one-of-a-kind background to his legal ...
06/12/2026

👋 Meet Cyril, a workplace lawyer based out of our Edmonton office! Cyril brings a one-of-a-kind background to his legal career that truly sets him apart. Before becoming a lawyer, he spent over 20 years as an Advanced Care Paramedic in Edmonton where he advocated for members as a Shop Steward. Cyril also has vast experience in the real estate industry. All of that real-world experience has shaped him into a sharp negotiator who knows how to fight for the best outcomes for his clients.

⚖️ With his unique background in union work, Cyril focuses his practice on employment and labour law, and personal injury, but is also well-versed in real estate and family law. He holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Alberta Faculty of Law, along with a degree in Technology Management from NAIT, and several diplomas in Paramedicine and real estate.

🌟 On top of all that, Cyril is bilingual in English and Czech and has lived in both Austria and the Czech Republic, bringing a wonderful global perspective to everything he does. Whether you're managing a workplace issue or need guidance on a personal injury matter, Cyril is the kind of lawyer who truly understands people. We're so glad to have him on the team!


We're so pleased to receive this 5-star Google review from a satisfied client in Vancouver! 🌟Helping our clients achieve...
06/10/2026

We're so pleased to receive this 5-star Google review from a satisfied client in Vancouver! 🌟Helping our clients achieve favourable outcomes is what our team thrives on. 🙏 We're glad we were able to be part of your workplace journey.

👉 If you've received great service from our team, we'd appreciate a few moments of your time to leave a Google review. TIA!

Quote of the day. 💬 A job loss can feel like a fall, but it’s often the beginning of a better chapter. If you’ve been kn...
06/08/2026

Quote of the day. 💬 A job loss can feel like a fall, but it’s often the beginning of a better chapter. If you’ve been knocked down by a termination, our role is to give you the legal leverage to stand back up.

Wondering when you're actually entitled to take vacation at a new job? 🤔 Our Vancouver and Edmonton workplace lawyer, Sa...
06/05/2026

Wondering when you're actually entitled to take vacation at a new job? 🤔 Our Vancouver and Edmonton workplace lawyer, Sarah Levine, breaks it down in her recent Globe and Mail feature. Every province is different — know your rights! 💼

Read the full article here: 👉 https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/careers/career-advice/article-can-my-company-prevent-me-from-taking-vacation-during-my-first-year-of/

Have questions about employment law matters? Reach out to our team (link in bio). Or, 📞 call us:+1 (844) 224-0222.

The job posting said "competitive salary," "work-life balance," and "exciting growth opportunities."Three months in and ...
06/03/2026

The job posting said "competitive salary," "work-life balance," and "exciting growth opportunities."

Three months in and you're underpaid, overwhelmed, and your only growth has been the bags under your eyes. 🙃

If your role looks nothing like what you signed up for, that's not just disappointing — it could be a legal issue. Significant changes to your job without your consent may amount to constructive dismissal under Alberta and BC law.

📩 Don't just suffer in silence. Link in bio.

How to Deal with a Workplace Bully? 🤔 Bullying and harassing behaviours can be exhibited by anyone – managers, superviso...
06/01/2026

How to Deal with a Workplace Bully? 🤔 Bullying and harassing behaviours can be exhibited by anyone – managers, supervisors, co-workers, subordinates, or clients. In other words, if someone is part of your organization or interacts with people in it regularly, they could be a bully.

Unfortunately, workplace bullying is all too common. You have the right to a safe workspace. If you feel like behaviour directed towards you has crossed a line, reach out to our team of workplace lawyers. 💼

👉 https://www.tjworkplacelaw.com/get-employment-law-help-in-western-canada/ 👈

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