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COVID May 21st, 2020

HBC Restores Full Severance Pay After Backlash

By Lior Samfiru

The Hudson’s Bay Company has reversed its decision to withhold severance pay from dozens of employees after a controversial mass layoff in…

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Worker rights when returning to work in Canada
COVID May 21st, 2020

Coronavirus Outbreak: Worker rights when returning to work in Canada – Global News

By Lior Samfiru

Partner Lior Samfiru joined Global News where he answered the top questions about employee rights when returning to work during the pandemic.

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canada goose layoffs, severance pay
Employment Law May 21st, 2020

Canada Goose lays off 125 workers due to pandemic slump

By Lior Samfiru

The company has laid off 2.5% of its global workforce due to lower demand for the company's signature fur-trimmed jackets.

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online seminar
COVID May 20th, 2020

Digital Imaging Association Seminar: Employee rights during COVID-19

By Chantel Goldsmith

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Coronavirus Outbreak: FAQ on Returning to Work in Canada
COVID May 20th, 2020

Coronavirus Outbreak: FAQ on Returning to Work in Canada – Global News

By Lior Samfiru

An FAQ on returning to work in Canada during the coronavirus pandemic. Partner Lior Samfiru joined the Global Morning Show with answers.

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COVID May 20th, 2020

Bill Kelly Show: HBC Severance Win, MLB pay cuts, not recalled to work

By Lior Samfiru

An Ontario employment lawyer on the severance win against HBC, MLB pay cuts and your severance rights, on 900 CHML in Hamilton.

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COVID May 19th, 2020

Cancelled Events Due to COVID-19: Impact on Seasonal Workers

By Lior Samfiru

The cancellation of seasonal events has raised many questions about seasonal and fixed-term employment. Find out more about employment rights for seasonal…

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COVID May 19th, 2020

Recalling employees back to work and COVID-19 – 580 CFRA

By Alex C. Lucifero

Partner Alex Lucifero spoke to Newstalk 580 CFRA about employee rights as Ontario continues to ease restrictions on workplaces amid COVID-19.

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COVID May 14th, 2020

If I contract COVID-19 at work, am I covered by WSIB? – CBC News

By Jon Pinkus

Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus talked to CBC News about filing a claim with WSIB if an employee contracts COVID-19 from their workplace.

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