Employment Law
Starbucks Layoffs: Coffee chain closing 200 Stores in Canada in strategic shift
Starbucks will close 200 Canadian stores, focusing on pickup-only formats. Find out about closures and severance for affected employees.
Employment Lawyer on draft legislation and possible CERB penalties – CKNW
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP spoke to Mike Smyth on CKNW about draft legislation that seeks to heavily penalize Canadians who take advantage of…
Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) Guide
This is your guide to the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB). Learn how to apply for benefits from the Government of Canada…
The Four Day Work Week in Canada
With Prime Minister Trudeau's announcement encouraging a 4 day work week Canadians, many questions remain as to how this will impact existing…
Can I be forced by my employer to wear PPE at work?
A Samfiru Tumarkin LLP employment lawyer was asked by CBC News to answer a question about an employee's rights when asked to…
Walmart Tire & Lube Express Layoffs and Severance Pay
Walmart employees let go from Tire & Lube Express locations should keep in mind these very important facts concerning their right to…
Employee rights when providing at-home services – Global News
Partner Lior Samfiru spoke to Global News about employee rights and safety when provide at-home services during the coronavirus pandemic.
Working from home during coronavirus: employee expenses – Global News
Partner Lior Samfiru spoke to Global News about what costs employees can ask their employer to cover when they work from home.
10 days paid sick leave could be costly – Global News
Partner Lior Samfiru told Global News that the federal government's plan for 10 days paid sick leave could be costly and difficult…