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COVID April 28th, 2021

COVID-19 layoffs can be a constructive dismissal, judge rules

By Lluc Cerda

A recent court case in Ontario confirms that layoffs during COVID-19 can in fact be treated as a constructive dismissal with full…

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COVID April 28th, 2021

B.C. announces new permanent paid sick leave program

By Lior Samfiru

B.C. Premier Jim Horgan has announced that his government will be creating their own paid sick leave program in response to the…

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Employment Law April 28th, 2021

Can My Former Employer Refuse to Pay Severance?

By Fiona Martyn

Find out if an employer can refuse to provide a severance package when they lay off or terminate an employee in Ontario,…

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COVID April 27th, 2021

Right-to-Disconnect Rules for Employees in the Spotlight 

By Lior Samfiru

Learn about newly proposed right-to-disconnect laws, and how this issue affects your workplace rights.

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COVID April 27th, 2021

Vaccines at Work, Employee Rights in 2021: CityNews Interview

By Lior Samfiru

A Vancouver employment lawyer joins CityNews to discuss mandatory vaccines in the workplace.

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Employment Law April 27th, 2021

Investigation of military sexual misconduct critical in preventing power imbalance

By Lior Samfiru

The thorough investigation of military sexual misconduct claims is key to preventing those in power from becoming untouchable.

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COVID April 25th, 2021

Air Canada: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at Air Canada? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance…

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Employment Law April 25th, 2021

Carlton Cards Layoffs and Severance Pay

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or fired by Carlton Cards? Learn about your rights to severance in Canada and how our experienced employment lawyers can…

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A headshot of Canadian employment lawyer Fiona Martin next to the Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and Global News logos.
COVID April 22nd, 2021

Employment lawyer on Peel and Toronto business closures

By Fiona Martyn

Employment lawyer Fiona Martyn joins Global News Toronto to discuss Peel and Toronto business closures due to COVID-19.

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