Break-time injuries are often misunderstood. You may still qualify for workers’ compensation depending on where you were and what you were doing.
Start Your Evidence LogIf you were injured during a work break or lunch period, coverage depends on whether the activity was connected to your employment. Many workers assume breaks are “off-duty,” but that is not always legally true.
In Quebec, CNESST evaluates whether the injury occurred in the course of employment. Break-time injuries may still qualify if the employee remained under employer authority or within the work environment.
Memory fades, witnesses disappear, and employer evidence gets erased. If you wait too long, your case can be legally dismissed — no matter how serious the abuse was.
Start documenting everything immediately. The strongest cases are built in real time, not after termination.
(EEOC claims. 2 years for unpaid wages)
(Varies by province)
(Employment Tribunal deadline)
(Depends on claim type)
*Deadlines vary. Always confirm with legal aid immediately.