In a matter involving an alleged wrongful termination of employment, why would a lawyer encourage the dismissed employee to commence an action for defamation against the employer?

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By commencing an action for defamation, the dismissed employee may be able to obtain a higher amount of damages as well as the possibility of receiving a punitive damage award. Defamation involves the communication of false and harmful statements to a third party, and if the employer made such statements about the employee, it could have a negative impact on their reputation and future employment prospects. The damages for wrongful termination may be limited to the notice period, but in a defamation case, the employee may be able to recover higher damages.

In a Matter Involving an Alleged Wrongful Termination of Employment