Constructive Dismissal

Constructive Dismissal - (noun)

Definition

If an employee claims constructive dismissal, they claim that their employer behaved in such a way as to force them to resign from their job.

Extra

Source: Adapted from Collins English Dictionary.
Example of Use: Fiona said that her employer treated her so badly that she was forced to resign. Her trade union felt that it could be a case of constructive dismissal.