Max was a 35-year-old machine operator who had worked for the employer for six years when he was dismissed for cause for slapping a co-worker across the face during a verbal argument. Accordingly, he was not given notice or pay in lieu. Max sued the employer for wrongful dismissal, arguing that he was entitled to reasonable notice.

Question -

What factors do you think the court would consider in deciding whether the employer had just cause in this situation?

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Answer In a case of wrongful dismissal where an employee is terminated for cause the court would consider various factors to determine whether the emp... View the full answer