Employment Law for Employees in Chilliwack
Workplace Issues Are Stressful. Legal Advice Shouldn’t Be
If you’re dealing with a difficult situation at work, you’re not alone. At Glendinning Smith LLP, we help employees in Chilliwack understand their rights and take action when they’ve been treated unfairly.
We focus exclusively on employment and workplace law, giving you access to lawyers who know the legal system, and the local workplace environment, inside and out. Whether you’ve been wrongfully dismissed, offered a questionable severance package, or are facing harassment at work, we’re here to guide you.
When to Speak With a Chilliwack Employment Lawyer
1. Before You Sign an Employment Contract
Get advice before committing to the terms of a new job.
- Review of job offers and employment agreements
- Understanding your obligations and rights
- Clarifying non-compete or non-solicit clauses
- Identifying red flags before you start
2. If You’ve Been Dismissed or Let Go
You may be entitled to more than what’s offered.
- Wrongful termination assessments
- Severance package review and negotiation
- Constructive dismissal claims
- Disputes over cause, notice periods, or final pay
3. If You’re Experiencing Workplace Harassment or Discrimination
You deserve a safe and respectful workplace environment.
- Workplace bullying, harassment, or sexual harassment
- Discrimination based on age, race, gender, disability, or other protected grounds
- Human rights complaints
- Employer retaliation after raising concerns
4. When You’re on Medical or Disability Leave
We help you navigate return-to-work issues and accommodation rights.
- Understanding the duty to accommodate
- Challenging improper denials of leave or accommodations
- Managing long-term disability (LTD) and medical absences
- Protecting your job during recovery
5. If You’re Facing Pressure to Resign or Sign a Release
Don’t sign anything until you understand the consequences.
- Legal review of exit documents
- Evaluating resignation vs. termination
- Coercion and pressure tactics by employers
- Fair settlement negotiation
What Sets Us Apart
Local Focus
Exclusive Practice
Clear Communication
Tailored Strategy
Common Questions We Help Answer
- “Was my termination legal?”
- “Should I accept this severance offer?”
- “What are my rights after maternity leave?”
- “Can I be fired while on medical leave?”
- “What should I do if my manager is harassing me?”
Serving Employees Across All Industries in Chilliwack
- Healthcare and long-term care
- Manufacturing and agriculture
- Retail, service, and hospitality
- Construction and trades
- Education and non-profit organizations
- Government and administrative roles
- Healthcare and long-term care
- Manufacturing and agriculture
- Retail, service, and hospitality
- Construction and trades
- Education and non-profit organizations
- Government and administrative roles