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COVID September 9th, 2020

TD class action lawsuit seeks compensation for trips cancelled due to COVID-19

By Sivan Tumarkin

A class action lawsuit launched against TD over denied travel insurance claims following trip cancellations due to COVID-19.

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COVID September 4th, 2020

Ontario extends COVID-19 layoff provision, jeopardizing employers

By Lior Samfiru

Ontario has extended a COVID-19 temporary layoff provision until Jan. 2, 2020. An employment lawyer explains employee rights, and impact on employers.

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COVID September 3rd, 2020

Teachers Union filing complaint over re-opening school plan

By Alex C. Lucifero

Employment lawyer Alex Lucifero joins Leslie Roberts on Ottawa at Work to discuss the complaint filed by the teachers union regarding schools…

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COVID September 3rd, 2020

Who is liable if a student contracts COVID-19?

By Sivan Tumarkin

Insurance lawyer Sivan Tumarkin joins Scott Thompson on CHML to discuss the ongoing dispute over school safety regulations and potential liabilities.

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COVID September 1st, 2020

Returning to work during COVID-19: What do employment laws permit?

By Jon Pinkus

Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus joins the Roy Green show to discuss employment law changes as the pandemic continues.

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An empty bottle of coke lies on the pavement as the sun sets behind it. Coca-Cola employees are entitled to severance packages.
COVID September 1st, 2020

Coca-Cola: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at Coca-Cola (Coke)? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance…

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Canada Emergency Student Benefit, CESB
COVID September 1st, 2020

Canada Emergency Student Benefit: Your Guide

By Lior Samfiru

Canada has announced the Canada Emergency Student Benefit to assist students impacted by coronavirus. Find out if you qualify and the amount…

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press release, media
COVID August 31st, 2020

Uber trying to force drivers to forfeit rights with new contract

By Lior Samfiru

Uber is attempting to force its drivers to give up their right to participate in a $400-million class action lawsuit through a…

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travel insurance claim denials, travel insurance claim compensation, travel insurance claim
COVID August 27th, 2020

Travel Insurance Claim Denials and Compensation

By Sivan Tumarkin

Was your Travel Insurance Claim Denied because you were offered credits or vouchers? Learn how to get the compensation you are owed.

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