Add Comment Question: Can I obtain a constructive dismissal with a severance and get a new contract to retain my job? Answer: Typically not, because a constructive dismissal is treated as a termination of the existing employment relationship because the employer fundamentally breached the original contract. If you would like to discuss you specific circumstances, please contact our Firm for a consultation Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.