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Work & Employment Rights Prince Edward Island
How Long Does It Take to Get Approved for WCB Benefits in Prince Edward Island?
💡In Prince Edward Island, a standard WCB claim is typically approved within 2 to 4 weeks after all mandatory forms are submitted. To avoid devastating delays, ensure your employer submits…
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Work & Employment Rights Prince Edward Island
What Are Your Rights for Paid Sick Leave in Prince Edward Island?
💡Under the updated PEI Employment Standards Act, eligible employees can actively earn up to 3 paid sick days per year based on their length of service, alongside 4 unpaid days.…
by lawyerinfo.ca
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Probate & Trust Administration Prince Edward Island
How Long Do Creditors Have to Claim Against an Estate in Prince Edward Island?
❗In Prince Edward Island, creditors generally have exactly 6 months from the date a Notice to Creditors is published in the Royal Gazette to file a formal claim against an…
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Work & Employment Rights Prince Edward Island
What Are the Statutory Holiday Pay Rules in Prince Edward Island?
🎉In Prince Edward Island, there are 8 paid statutory holidays. To qualify for holiday pay, you must have been employed by the same employer for at least 30 days and…
by lawyerinfo.ca
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Probate & Trust Administration Prince Edward Island
How Much Are the Court Fees for Probate in Prince Edward Island?
💰In Prince Edward Island, probate court fees are calculated based on the total value of the deceased’s estate. As of May 2026, for estates valued over $100,000 CAD, the fee…
by lawyerinfo.ca
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Work & Employment Rights Prince Edward Island
How Much Does an Employment Lawyer Cost for a Consultation in Prince Edward Island?
💼In Prince Edward Island, an initial consultation with an employment lawyer typically costs between $150 and $350 CAD for a one-hour meeting. During this time, the lawyer will evaluate your…
by lawyerinfo.ca
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Wrongful Dismissal & Severance Prince Edward Island
Can You Be Fired Without Warning in Prince Edward Island?
💡Yes, in Prince Edward Island, an employer can legally fire you without prior warning or a specific reason, which is called a “without cause” termination. However, they must provide you…
by lawyerinfo.ca
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Probate & Trust Administration Prince Edward Island
What Assets Bypass the Probate Process in Prince Edward Island?
🔑In Prince Edward Island, assets like RRSPs, TFSAs, and life insurance policies with named beneficiaries, as well as real estate held in Joint Tenancy, bypass the probate process entirely. These…
by lawyerinfo.ca
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Wrongful Dismissal & Severance Prince Edward Island
How Do Non-Compete Clauses Affect Your Severance in Prince Edward Island?
🔒In PEI, an overly restrictive non-compete clause limits your ability to find a new job. Because Canadian common law calculates severance based on how long it takes to find similar…
by lawyerinfo.ca
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Probate & Trust Administration Prince Edward Island
How Long Does the Probate Process Take in Prince Edward Island?
⏰In Prince Edward Island, receiving the Grant of Probate from the court typically takes 3 to 6 weeks after your application is filed. However, fully settling the estate-including selling property,…
by lawyerinfo.ca
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Work & Employment Rights Prince Edward Island
How Long Does It Take to Resolve an Employment Standards Dispute in Prince Edward Island?
🕙Resolving an employment dispute through the Prince Edward Island Employment Standards Branch typically takes between 2 to 6 months. However, you must act quickly: by law, you have a strict…
by lawyerinfo.ca
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Wrongful Dismissal & Severance Prince Edward Island
Can an Employer Fire You for Refusing Unsafe Work in Prince Edward Island?
🚫In Prince Edward Island, it is strictly illegal for an employer to fire or discipline you for refusing work that you genuinely believe is unsafe. If you are terminated for…
by lawyerinfo.ca
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Wrongful Dismissal & Severance Prince Edward Island
What Are the Penalties for Employers Who Withhold Severance Pay in Prince Edward Island?
💰If an employer in PEI unlawfully withholds your severance or termination pay, they can face government orders to pay the wages with interest, administrative fines, and severe punitive damages if…
by lawyerinfo.ca
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Wrongful Dismissal & Severance Prince Edward Island
How to Dispute a Termination During a Probationary Period in Prince Edward Island
💡In Prince Edward Island, the Employment Standards Act allows employers to fire you within your first 6 months of employment without providing statutory notice or severance pay. However, you can…
by lawyerinfo.ca
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Wrongful Dismissal & Severance Prince Edward Island
What Makes a Termination For Cause in Prince Edward Island?
⚠In Prince Edward Island, termination “for cause” is the extreme capital punishment of employment law. It generally requires the employer to prove severe workplace misconduct, such as theft, fraud, or…
by lawyerinfo.ca
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