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COVID August 19th, 2020

COVID-19: Early retirement during the pandemic

By Lior Samfiru

Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru joins Kelly Cutrara on Global News to discuss employees' rights during COVID-19 such as workplace accommodations and early…

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COVID August 17th, 2020

Employment lawyer on legal options for Ontario teachers during COVID-19

By Lior Samfiru

Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru joins Global News Morning to discuss Ontario teacher's legal options as schools are set to open in September.

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COVID August 14th, 2020

COVID-19 and Maternity Benefits – Who will qualify?

By Lior Samfiru

An employment lawyer joined the John Oakley Show to discuss maternity and parental benefits during COVID-19.

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COVID August 14th, 2020

Sexism at work while working from home: 980 CKNW

By Lior Samfiru

A Vancouver employment lawyer discussed a survey that alleged women working remotely are told to dress sexier, on the Lynda Steele show.

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COVID August 13th, 2020

Class Action Lawsuit launched against Starbucks Canada

By Alex C. Lucifero

Employment lawyer Alex Lucifero joins CTV News to discuss the $50 Million class action suit against Starbucks Canada.

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COVID August 13th, 2020

WE Charity Layoffs and Severance Pay

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or fired by WE Charity? Contract ended early? Find out how we can enforce your right to fair severance and…

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COVID August 12th, 2020

Will parents be able to claim maternity benefits during COVID-19?

By Lior Samfiru

Toronto employment lawyer Lior Samfiru discusses the possibility of changes to EI and CERB for maternity benefits with Global News Radio's Peter…

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COVID August 11th, 2020

Shopify lays off staff in switch to remote work

By Lior Samfiru

Shopify is firing 30 to 50 international employees as a result of the Canadian e-commerce and tech behemoth's shift to remote work.

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COVID August 10th, 2020

COVID-19: Expectant parents worried for their maternity benefits

By Lior Samfiru

Toronto employment lawyer Lior Samfiru spoke with Global News on the concerns of expecting parents and whether or not they will qualify…

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