What does dismissal for "just cause" mean?

In some situations it is accepted that the conduct of an employee amounts to breaking the employment contract and justifies the employer in firing the employee without notice.

Every situation where an employer claims he or she has just cause to fire an employee will be different. Examples of conduct that might constitute just cause are

• serious misconduct;
• incompetence;
• constant neglect of duty.

See related FAQ.

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