How to prepare to meet with your St. Catharines employment lawyer
Employment law is complex and fact-intensive. Sometimes it can be difficult for an employee to have a case brought to trial, as a high burden of proof exists for the employee. Because of the complexity of these cases, you should talk to an employment lawyer if you believe you were a victim of wrongful dismissal, employment contract violation or any other employment issue. An employee should prepare the following before meeting with a St. Catharines employment lawyer to have an effective first meeting: A chronological and detailed summary of your employment The date you were hired Any information on performance evaluations, awards or promotions The date any dispute or issue began The type of issue (harassment, employment contract violation, wrongful termination) Who, what, why, where and when details of the issue Gather important documentation Employment contract Non-competition agreement Employee guidelines or handbook Performance evaluations Benefits plan Severance agreement Any commu