Employment Law
Corus – Changes Needed to Protect Employees
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP's Lior Samfiru wants to stop the debacle that Sears Canada employees experienced when they closed their doors for good.
680/1130 News – “Sears Act” Needed to Recognize Employee Rights During Bankruptcy
A letter from Lior Samfiru has been issued urging Parliament to create a “Sears Act” to recognize employee rights during bankruptcy proceedings.
Sears Canada: Severance pay and ‘Sears Act’
Find out why Samfiru Tumarkin LLP's Lior Samfiru has issued a letter to MPs throughout Canada, urging them to create a “Sears…
Loblaw laying off 500 workers: Two important severance facts
Loblaws is eliminating around 500 jobs in an effort to contain costs. This news highlights two very important facts when it comes…
The Last Time Corporate Survival Trumps Workers’ Rights: Huffington Post
Sears Canada Inc. has announced that it will seek court approval to liquidate all of the company’s remaining assets. What does this…
Corus – CBS Executive Fired For Cause Over Las Vegas Comment
Did a CBS Executive's online comments about the Las Vegas Shooting justify her termination for cause? Partner Chantel Goldsmith explains how for…
Royal Canadian Legion Sends A Chilling Message To Employees: Huffington Post
A former president of the Royal Canadian Legion’s BC/Yukon Command says he was fired after suspending some staff for allegedly harassing a…
Can My Employer: Top 10 Employment Questions
Find out 10 things that employers can and cannot do to employees. Read about what you should do if you find yourself…
Susur Lee restaurant staff lose tips to IOU Policy
Employees from multiple Susur Lee restaurants claim that large portions of their tips were being withheld if they made a mistake during…