Employment Law
COVID-19 layoffs can be a constructive dismissal, judge rules
A recent court case in Ontario confirms that layoffs during COVID-19 can in fact be treated as a constructive dismissal with full…
B.C. announces new permanent paid sick leave program
B.C. Premier Jim Horgan has announced that his government will be creating their own paid sick leave program in response to the…
Can My Former Employer Refuse to Pay Severance?
Find out if an employer can refuse to provide a severance package when they lay off or terminate an employee in Ontario,…
Right-to-Disconnect Rules for Employees in the Spotlight
Learn about newly proposed right-to-disconnect laws, and how this issue affects your workplace rights.
Vaccines at Work, Employee Rights in 2021: CityNews Interview
A Vancouver employment lawyer joins CityNews to discuss mandatory vaccines in the workplace.
Investigation of military sexual misconduct critical in preventing power imbalance
The thorough investigation of military sexual misconduct claims is key to preventing those in power from becoming untouchable.
Air Canada: Severance Packages
Laid off or lost your job at Air Canada? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance…
Carlton Cards Layoffs and Severance Pay
Laid off or fired by Carlton Cards? Learn about your rights to severance in Canada and how our experienced employment lawyers can…
Employment lawyer on Peel and Toronto business closures
Employment lawyer Fiona Martyn joins Global News Toronto to discuss Peel and Toronto business closures due to COVID-19.