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Disability/Personal Injury February 2nd, 2026

Rise in Psychosis Rates Among Younger Ontarians, 2026 Study Claims

By Sivan Tumarkin

Denied disability benefits for a mental health disorder? Understand your rights in Ontario and how our team can help.

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Employment Law February 2nd, 2026

Eddie Bauer Bankruptcy: What Canadian Employees Need to Know

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the retailer's potential bankruptcy filing and a key resource for non-unionized staff in Canada.

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Employment Law February 2nd, 2026

Mastercard Completes Strategic Review, Slashing 4% of Full-Time Staff in 2026

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the workforce reduction and key resources for non-unionized employees in Canada.

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Employment Law February 2nd, 2026

Mastercard Layoffs in Canada: Employee Rights & Key Severance Facts

By Lior Samfiru

Mastercard is cutting 4% of its full-time staff in 2026. Understand your severance rights in Canada and how we can help.

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Employment Law February 2nd, 2026

Laid Off or Facing Layoffs in Canada? Your 2026 Legal Guide

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or affected by layoffs in Canada? Understand your rights to severance and next steps in our 2026 legal guide.

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Car Accidents January 30th, 2026

Woman, 61, Dead Following Pickup Truck Collision Northwest of Kingston

By Sivan Tumarkin

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

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Employment Law January 30th, 2026

Trump Threatens Canadian Aircraft Retaliation as Trade War Continues in 2026

By Lior Samfiru

Insights on the Trump administration's latest trade threat and key resources for non-unionized employees in Canada.

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Car Accidents January 30th, 2026

Man Hospitalized After 4-Vehicle Crash on Hwy. 401 On-Ramp in Etobicoke

By Sivan Tumarkin

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

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Disability/Personal Injury January 30th, 2026

Short-Term Disability for Mental Health Conditions in Canada

By Sivan Tumarkin

Mental health conditions can obtain short-term disability in Canada. See how STD claims work, denials, and what evidence insurers require.

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