Employment Law
Globe and Mail – I was fired for possessing marijuana at work. Is that allowed?
An employee fired for cause over cannabis in the office may be owed substantial severance pay. A Toronto employment lawyer told the…
Changes to Canada Labour Code for Federally Regulated Employees
Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru explains what the changes to the Canada Labour Code mean for employees and employers across Canada.
Is Texting at Work Grounds for Termination? – 980 CKNW
Texting at work may not be grounds for termination, according to Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru.
Steve Nash Fitness World lawsuit highlights widespread problem: Global BC
A Vancouver employment lawyer says a lawsuit against Steve Nash Fitness World highlights a problem that is rife in the fitness industry.
Client Win: Flawed BBBST termination clause secures win for team lead
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP challenged a flawed termination clause, winning fair severance for a part-time coordinator & setting a legal precedent.
Workplace Relationships: Allegations Against Liberal MP Tan
GTA Liberal MP Geng Tan has been accused of having an extra-marital affair with a woman he had hired to work as…
Is Teenie Bikini Bistro practicing discriminatory hiring?: 980 CKNW
The co-owner of the Teenie Bikini Bistro says there is no bias in her hiring process. An employment lawyer shared her legal…
Hamilton mayor’s office dog sparks human rights complaint
A City of Hamilton employee has filed a human rights complaint against mayor Fred Eisenberger, who brings his pet dog to work.
Teenie Bikini Bistro’s Dress Code Discriminatory?
The dress code at Teenie Bikini Bistro has some wondering if the restaurant's approach is discriminatory. Find out what the law says.