Add Comment Question: I was injured in an accident. While I was off the employer hired a former employee to fill my position. Now they have terminated my employment with 8 weeks severance pay. Can I get more for severance? I feel this is wrong Answer: It definitely sounds like your employer has engaged in a breach of the Ontario Human Rights Code. While an employer is entitled to have someone fill your position when you are on a medical leave, the employer is legally obligated to reinstate you to your position when you are able to return to work. Failure to do so amounts to a breach of the Code warranting additional damages and you are also very likely entitled to more severance than what has been offered. You should contact the number below to schedule a consult with one of our employment lawyers so we can thoroughly assess your matter and determine your entitlements. 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.