Workplace Discrimination And Retaliation

Summary

Denial of accommodation requests, hostile work environment, and misallocated vacation days may indicate discrimination and retaliation under the ontario human rights code. Potential compensation includes general damages for pain and suffering, special damages for lost wages or benefits, and human rights damages. Legal fees in ontario can vary, with consultation fees ranging from $200-$500 per hour, retainer fees from $2,000-$10,000, and hourly rates from $250-$750. Consider connecting with local lawyers for personalized advice.

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Malcolm MacDonald, insurance underwriter, has a chronic medical condition qualifying as a disability under the Ontario Human Rights Code. He made three written accommodation requests (Aug *, *, *, *) to HR for medical appointments not deducted from vacation, *:* Dayforce training, and correction of misallocated time-off. HR denied all requests on Aug *, *. Manager Tracey created a hostile work environment, yelled, swore, called him a “dud,” falsely claimed he declined a promotion (offered to his assistant), excluded him from meetings, and reassigned work. Misallocated vacation days (Aug * & *) may be retaliatory. Malcolm documented all complaints, notified HR of intent to escalate to OHRC, and seeks legal guidance regarding discrimination, retaliation, and lost promotion.
Malcolm, your situation involves potential discrimination and retaliation under the Ontario Human Rights Code. Here are some points to consider:
- Discrimination: Denial of accommodation requests could be a violation.
- Retaliation: Misallocated vacation and hostile work environment may qualify.
- Lost Promotion: Document evidence regarding the promotion and discrimination.
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Given these details, what type of compensation should I expect?
Malcolm, the potential compensation in cases like yours can vary based on several factors. Here are some possibilities:
- General Damages: For pain and suffering due to discrimination or harassment.
- Special Damages: For lost wages or benefits, such as the denied promotion.
- Human Rights Damages: For breach of your rights under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
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Can you provide a monetary range that I could expect if I hire a lawyer for this case what costs would I be looking at?
Legal fees can vary depending on the complexity of the case and the lawyer's experience. In Ontario, you might expect:
- Consultation Fee: $*-$* per hour.
- Retainer Fee: $*,*-$*,* upfront.
- Hourly Rate: $*-$* per hour.
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