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Employment Law February 14th, 2025

Client Win: 7-year Ontario contractor secures substantial severance package

By Teilen Celentano

The Ontario Small Claims Court ruled that our client, a dependent contractor, was owed more than $25,000 in compensation.

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Employment Law February 13th, 2025

‘It’s fair to all’: Trump to slap trade partners with reciprocal tariffs

By Lior Samfiru

The tariff increases will be customized for each country — looking to match the duties they've imposed on American products.

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Car Accidents February 13th, 2025

Truck driver critical after 3-vehicle Hwy. 401 crash in Bowmanville

By Sivan Tumarkin

Ontario Provincial Police are asking anyone with information on the incident, including dashcam footage, to contact them.

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Car Accidents February 13th, 2025

Latest Toronto car accidents and traffic collisions

By Sivan Tumarkin

Get the latest updates on Toronto car accidents & traffic collisions, as well as news on major incidents & accident hotspots across…

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Employment Law February 13th, 2025

Suspensions in the workplace: Employment lawyer with 640 Toronto

By Mackenzie A. Irwin

Employment lawyer Mackenzie Irwin spoke with the Vancouver Sun on a UBC professor's social media posts and backlash.

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Employment Law February 13th, 2025

JPMorgan Chase eliminating hundreds of jobs in February

By Lior Samfiru

A spokesperson for the bank said workforce reductions like this are part of the "regular management of the business."…

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A sheet displaying financial information sits on top of the stock section of a newspaper. JPMorgan employees are entitled to full severance when they lose their job.
Employment Law February 13th, 2025

JPMorgan Layoffs: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained

By Lior Samfiru

Lost your job at JPMorgan Chase? Learn more about your rights to severance in Canada and next steps after termination.

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Employment Law February 13th, 2025

Layoffs in Canada (2025)

By Lior Samfiru

Understand layoffs in Canada, your rights, and severance pay. Monthly layoff updates and expert legal advice.

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Employment Law February 13th, 2025

Chevron planning to slash up to 20% of staff, offering voluntary buyouts

By Lior Samfiru

The Houston-based energy giant said the restructuring will help position it for "stronger long-term competitiveness."…

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