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Employment Law December 12th, 2023

Lessons from Sam Altman’s OpenAI Firing and Rehiring for Employees

By Aaron Levitin

The recent termination and rehiring of Sam Altman as CEO of OpenAI presents a unique study in the complexities of firing decisions.

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Employment Law December 11th, 2023

Hasbro Layoffs: 1,100 jobs being cut, second reduction this year

By Lior Samfiru

The company is eliminating nearly 20 per cent of its workforce as it grapples with an ongoing slump in toy sales.

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Employment Law December 11th, 2023

Hasbro: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at Hasbro? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance pay.

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Employment Law December 11th, 2023

Bobaek America building EV facilities in Windsor, creating 214 jobs

By Lior Samfiru

The Korean electric vehicle (EV) parts manufacturer is investing at least $60 million into a two-phase project.

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Employment Law December 11th, 2023

Nike Layoffs: Jobs being cut following return-to-office update

By Lior Samfiru

Staff at the sportswear giant will be required to work from their respective offices at least four days a week in January.

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Employment Law December 8th, 2023

Spanish YouTuber suing Google, alleges wrongful dismissal

By Karen Tereposky

Not sure if you've been wrongfully dismissed? Understand your rights to severance in Canada and how our team can help.

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Employment Law December 4th, 2023

Twilio Layoffs: 5% of workforce cut as part of restructuring

By Lior Samfiru

In addition to the layoffs, the software provider is removing its "Programmable Video" product from its portfolio.

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Employment Law December 4th, 2023

Twilio: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at Twilio? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance pay.

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Employment Law December 4th, 2023

CBC/Radio-Canada Layoffs: 600 jobs or 10% of workforce being cut, programming slashed

By Lior Samfiru

The public broadcaster is dealing with declining ad revenue and a $125 million budget shortfall.

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