Wrongful Resignation: Why It Might Cost You

Most people will be familiar with the concept of wrongful termination, but fewer will be familiar with its counterpart — wrongful resignation or wrongful quitting as it is sometimes called.

This is not surprising given the relative dearth of law on the subject. This article, therefore, aims to provide some clarity on the issues and an overview of some of the important principles governing this little-known topic.

What Does 'Wrongful Resignation' Mean?

When someone says that they've been wrongfully dismissed, generally speaking, people know what they mean — that they were let go without being provided proper notice by their employer. But did you know that there's a reciprocal obligation on employees who resign to provide due notice of termination as well? Despite having been around for decades, the topic has garnered only modest consideration and attention by the courts.