Maternity Leave
Understanding Your Rights
You don’t have to navigate it alone.
Understanding Your Rights Related tp Maternity Leave in Ontario: A Guide for Employees
At K. MILLER LAW, we regularly assist clients navigating the legal challenges related maternity leave, pregnancy-related discrimination, and parental leave rights in Ontario. Understanding your entitlements under the Employment Standards Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code is the first step in protecting your job and your well-being as a parent.
❌ What Employers Cannot Do
It is illegal for an employer to:
Terminate your employment because you’re pregnant or planning to take maternity leave
Penalize you for requesting accommodations related to pregnancy
Refuse to return you to your position after your leave
Pressure you into an early return or retaliate for taking leave
These actions may constitute wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, or discrimination based on sex and family status—all of which are violations of your legal rights.
🛡️ How K. Miller Law Can Help
We represent employees across Ontario who have experienced:
Termination or demotion before, during, or after maternity leave
Harassment or retaliation for pregnancy-related absences
Difficulty returning to work or accessing accommodations
We offer compassionate, experienced legal representation focused on employment law and human rights violations.
📞 Contact Us
If you believe your maternity or parental leave rights have been violated, don’t hesitate to reach out. We offer free consultations and will help you understand your options.
Let us protect your rights—so you can focus on what matters most.
How We Can Help
Whether you are facing wrongful dismissal, workplace harassment or discrimination, we are here to advocate for you every step of the way. At K. Miller Law, we protect employee rights and fight for fair treatment, ensuring workers across the province get the justice and compensation they deserve.
Severance Pay
We offer complimentary review of your severance package to ensure you receive what you are entitled to.
Harassment at Work
We are committed to protecting your rights & ensuring a safe and respectful workplace environment.
Dismissal for Cause
If you have been dismissed for misconduct, let London employment lawyer to evaluate your case.
Wrongful Dismissal
We assist clients in navigating wrongful dismissal claims to secure deserved compensation.
Stress Leave
Overwhelmed at work? Let London employment lawyer guide you through the process of obtaining stress leave.
Maternity Leave
Has your employer failed to reinstate you to your original position after maternity leave? Give London employment lawyer a call!
Constructive Dismissal
When your employer makes substantial changes to your job, we can help you pursue a constructive dismissal claim.
Duty to Accomodate
Employers are obligated to accommodate your needs related to disability, religion or family status.
Human Rights
At K. Miller Law, we protect your human rights in the workplace, ensuring fair and respectful treatment.
We Serve Ontario
At K. Miller Law, we represent employees across Ontario, providing trusted legal guidance no matter where you are.
With the ability to connect remotely, we ensure that location is never a barrier to receiving strong legal representation.
Whether you are in a bustling city or a smaller community, we are committed to advocating for your rights and securing fair outcomes. Here are just a few of the areas where we have assisted employees in resolving workplace disputes.
We got you covered
Whether you are facing an employment dispute or experience challenges with your disability claim, we are here to advocate for you.
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Let’s discuss your case and explore your options together- no obligation, just clarity.