Add Comment Question: can the empoyer cut my hours from 5 days a week to two days if the are under renovation. I need the 5 days for paying bills. Answer: The reduction in hours and pay amounts to a constructive dismissal so you have the option to pursue a severance package from the company. You can leave your job now or you can stay on while you are looking for full time work but under each scenario you should formally dispute the reduced schedule in order to protect your entitlements. Please call us at the number below to discuss your matter further with one of our employment lawyers. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.