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Dignity & Integrity

Injury to Dignity & Personal Integrity

Everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect. Unfortunately, others sometimes fail to treat others as they wish to be treated. This is especially common when people are in vulnerable positions - such as the young, elderly, pregnant, disabled, or a racial or sexual minority.

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An injury to dignity can occur in many circumstances. A person being fired because they announced they were pregnant, ongoing harassment at work or school, someone spreading false information or rumours about you, or your employer allowing racist, sexist, or otherwise discriminatory comments or behaviour in the workplace.

Depending on the length of time you have had to deal with these concerns, the severity of the incidents, and your position, you may be entitled to an award of damages due to the ongoing injury to dignity you have suffered. Compensation can include damage for pain and suffering, damage to your reputation, or compensation for lost wages and income.

If you or a loved one believes they may have experienced conduct that meets these requirements, you should contact our team of experienced lawyers to learn about your options.

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