COVID
Alberta announces new restrictions, no in-school learning for students
On Tuesday May 4, Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announced that the province will be introducing a new set of restrictions to halt…
Lior Samfiru on accommodating working parents
Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru joins Leslie Roberts on Newstalk 580 CFRA to discuss working parents and necessary accommodations.
Can my employer reward employees for getting a COVID-19 vaccination?
Find out if an employer can offer a financial incentive to employees who get the COVID-19 vaccination.
Chris Leedham, Sienna Senior Living and Wrongful Dismissal
LTC executive Chris Leedham alleges resident abuse Chris Leedham, a former VP with Sienna Senior Living, the long-term care community and retirement…
Employment lawyer on Ontario’s paid sick leave program
Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru joins Global News Toronto to discuss the recent Ontario paid sick leave program.
Can my employer make changes to my work during the pandemic?
The pandemic has caused many changes for both employers and employees. Despite the fact that COVID-19 has altered all of our lives,…
Judge rules employees can pursue severance if laid off due to COVID-19
Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru joins Devon Peacock on 980 CFPL to discuss layoffs during COVID-19.
COVID-19 Putting Workers First Act Receives Royal Ascent
The COVID-19 Putting Workers First Act, 2021 (Bill 284) received Royal Assent from the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario on April 29, 2021.
Mackenzie Irwin on wrongful dismissal of HBC employee
Employment lawyer Mackenzie Irwin speaks with the Canadian Press regarding a wrongful dismissal suit for a HBC employee.