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Originally Posted by troutman
http://business.financialpost.com/20...?__federated=1
Ghomeshi’s $50-million lawsuit against the CBC has everything to do with strategy and PR — but nothing to do with legal entitlement.
Quite apart from the fact that his actual damages likely do not exceed 2% of that figure, unionized bargaining-unit employees (as CBC broadcasters are) can’t sue in court for wrongful dismissal. This suit will almost certainly be quickly struck down by the courts without Ghomeshi recovering a penny.
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It's likely true that CBC will never have to pay 50 million, but the author of this article is confused. The cause of action isn't wrongful dismissal, it's breach of confidence and defamation. The fact that Ghomeshi is in a union is irrelevant.
He is also filing a grievance under his CBA for reinstatement.