Employment Law
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and COVID-19 Response
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP continues to provide comprehensive rights to individuals laid off or denied LTD during the COVID-19 outbreak.
COVID-19: Employment concerns for Canadians – Global News Radio
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP joined Drex on Global News Radio to address employment concerns during the coronavirus outbreak.
Jon Pinkus on forced self-isolation for employees – Global News
Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus spoke to Global National's Jeff Semple about an employee's rights during self-isolation due to COVID-19.
Your Right to Refuse Unsafe Work During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Employees have the right to refuse work under applicable health and safety legislation if the employees believe that a condition in the…
Employment lawyer on EI benefits and COVID-19 – CTV News
Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus joins CTV News Channel to react to the federal government's changes to Employment Insurance benefits.
Swearing at your boss: Termination for cause?
Employment lawyer Alex Lucifero explains why you may still be owed severance pay if you are fired for swearing at your boss.
Silent No More: the Weinstein Verdict, #metoo and Employer Obligations
One of the most critical things that the Weinstein case exposed was the appalling culture of silence that existed around him. His…
Ciena Corporation Layoffs and Severance Pay
Ciena Corporation is laying off dozens of employees in Ontario. Were you let go? Discover your rights to severance pay.
Foodora Couriers, Right to Unionize and Employment Rights – CBC News
Partner Jon Pinkus spoke to CBC News Toronto about the importance of a labour board decision that designates Foodora couriers as dependent…