Laid off in British Columbia? 3 major employee mistakes to avoid [Video]

A term that never fails to fill hard-working British Columbians with dread is “layoffs.”

Sadly, it’s not uncommon for employers in the province to temporarily or permanently scale back their staffing levels.

READ MORE: How do temporary layoffs work in B.C.? An employment lawyer explains

In the event of a permanent layoff or termination, here are three mistakes to avoid at all costs.

1. Don’t lose your temper

One of the worst things you can do after finding out that you’re being let go is lash out at your boss.

Severance for non-unionized employees in B.C. can be as much as 24 months’ pay. Getting angry or doing something to hurt the company could affect the amount of compensation you’re legally entitled to.

READ MORE: 5 ways to determine if your severance package is fair

If you’re terminated without severance pay, remain calm and contact an experienced employment lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP. We can …