Add Comment Question: My employment was 'terminated' while I was off of work for sick leave (mental health reasons) which was verified by my doctor for time off until symptoms improve. Is this a lawful act of dismissal? While I was off on leave due to illness, my workplace mailed me a form which had to be filled out by my doctor; I informed them I could get completed at my next Dr. appointment on May 28th. My workplace sent me a letter on May 27th, the day before my appointment, which said they terminated my employment due to "abandonment of my position". Answer: I am sorry to hear this. It definitely sounds like your employer has engaged in an unlawful termination of your employment, including a breach of the Ontario Human Rights Code for discrimination based on disability. You should definitely contact the number below at your earliest 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.