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Employment Law January 31st, 2025

Donald Trump planning to hit Canada with 25% tariff on Feb. 1

By Lior Samfiru

The White House shut down a report claiming the U.S. was thinking about holding off on the 25 per cent tariff until…

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Employment Law January 30th, 2025

Over 20 Beer Stores have closed since May 2024: Employee rights

By Lior Samfiru

Insight on the recent Beer Store closures and the rights that non-unionized employees in Ontario need to be aware of.

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Employment Law January 30th, 2025

Amazon trimming dozens of communications, sustainability jobs

By Lior Samfiru

The e-commerce giant said it identified some roles "too narrowly scoped or that introduced unnecessary layers."…

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Employment Law January 30th, 2025

Can I be suspended from work in Ontario?

By Stephen LeMesurier

Suspended from your workplace in Ontario? Learn more about your rights and how our experienced team can help.

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Employment Law January 29th, 2025

Dell Layoffs: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained

By Lior Samfiru

Lost your job at Dell? Learn more about your rights to severance and next steps after termination in Canada.

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Employment Law January 29th, 2025

Bank of Canada cuts interest rate to 3% in January 2025: Employee rights

By Lior Samfiru

Insight on the Bank of Canada's January interest rate decision and how it could affect employment in the country.

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Disability/Personal Injury January 29th, 2025

Severance Packages and Long-term Disability in Ontario, Alberta, and B.C.

By Lior Samfiru

Learn how severance impacts LTD benefits in Ontario, Alberta, B.C. Protect your rights with expert legal advice from Samfiru Tumarkin LLP.

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Employment Law January 28th, 2025

Employee rights on election day: Ontario Provincial Election 2025

By Stan Fainzilberg

Learn about your employee rights when voting in Ontario's 44th general election and how our team can help.

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Employment Law January 28th, 2025

Peavey Mart closing all Canadian stores, obtained creditor protection

By Lior Samfiru

The bombshell announcement comes just days after the retailer unveiled plans to shutter more than a dozen stores in Ontario.

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