After being misclasified intentionally and maliciously for months I confronted my employer threatening to report them and they responded by putting me on an unpaid suspension. Would reprisal damages be significant compared to my severance package if I were to claim a constructive dismissal. Thanks

Generally, your employer cannot place you on an unpaid suspension. This may be the basis for a constructive dismissal.

Wrongful dismissal damages are usually greater than other damages in employment law. Damages arising from the employers conduct in employment law are called aggravated and punitive damages. These types of awards and the amounts awarded are highly dependant on the factual matrix of each case and we would require more details to determine if you have a basis for aggravated or punitive damages and what those amounts may be.

Please reach out to our office for a consultation to discuss your situation in more detail.

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