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Employment Law January 23rd, 2026

Nurses: Your Pre-Shift Handovers Should be Paid

By Lior Samfiru

Our firm is investigating reports that it's common for pre-shift handovers or changeovers to be unpaid for non-unionized nurses.

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Employment Law January 23rd, 2026

U-Haul Managers: Overtime Pay Investigation and Your Legal Rights

By Lior Samfiru

Our firm is investigating reports that U-Haul employees in Canada are being misclassified as “managers” to avoid overtime payouts.

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Employment Law January 23rd, 2026

Public Services and Procurement Canada to Cut 700+ Jobs in 2026

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the workforce reduction at the federal agency and key resources for non-unionized employees.

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Employment Law January 23rd, 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 23rd, 2026

1 Dead, 1 Seriously Hurt After Head-On Collision Near Toronto Markham Airport

By Sivan Tumarkin

York police are asking anyone with information on the incident, including dashcam footage, to contact them.

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Car Accidents January 23rd, 2026

Vehicle Strikes 4 Pedestrians Near Toronto Metropolitan University

By Sivan Tumarkin

Toronto police are asking anyone with information on the incident, including dashcam footage, to contact them.

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Car Accidents January 22nd, 2026

Toronto Crashes, Car Accidents & Local News

By Sivan Tumarkin

Live updates on Toronto crashes and car accidents. See today’s incidents, hotspots, and learn your legal rights after a collision.

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Employment Law January 22nd, 2026

What Happens to Employees When a Company Is Sold in Canada?

By Lior Samfiru

What happens to employees when a company is sold in Canada? Learn about employee transfers, severance rights, and why provincial law matters.

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Employment Law January 22nd, 2026

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to Eliminate 665 Positions in 2026

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the restructuring at the federal agency and key resources for non-unionized employees.

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