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COVID September 3rd, 2020

Teachers Union filing complaint over re-opening school plan

By Alex C. Lucifero

Employment lawyer Alex Lucifero joins Leslie Roberts on Ottawa at Work to discuss the complaint filed by the teachers union regarding schools…

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Employment Law September 3rd, 2020

New Uber contract could have chilling effect on class action

By Lior Samfiru

Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru discusses the new contract Uber is forcing their drivers to sign with Kelly Cutrara on 640 Toronto.

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COVID September 1st, 2020

Returning to work during COVID-19: What do employment laws permit?

By Jon Pinkus

Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus joins the Roy Green show to discuss employment law changes as the pandemic continues.

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An empty bottle of coke lies on the pavement as the sun sets behind it. Coca-Cola employees are entitled to severance packages.
Employment Law September 1st, 2020

Coca-Cola laying off, offering packages to 4,000 workers

By Lior Samfiru

Sales have decreased dramatically as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, with their latest report showing a 25% slump.

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An empty bottle of coke lies on the pavement as the sun sets behind it. Coca-Cola employees are entitled to severance packages.
COVID September 1st, 2020

Coca-Cola: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at Coca-Cola (Coke)? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance…

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Canada Emergency Student Benefit, CESB
COVID September 1st, 2020

Canada Emergency Student Benefit: Your Guide

By Lior Samfiru

Canada has announced the Canada Emergency Student Benefit to assist students impacted by coronavirus. Find out if you qualify and the amount…

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COVID August 31st, 2020

Uber trying to force drivers to forfeit rights with new contract

By Lior Samfiru

Uber is attempting to force its drivers to give up their right to participate in a $400-million class action lawsuit through a…

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COVID August 27th, 2020

Office workers forced to take vacation days or return to work

By Alex C. Lucifero

Ottawa employment lawyer Alex Lucifero joined Ottawa at Work to discuss the complaints of Hydro One employees and returning to work.

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Employment Law August 26th, 2020

OBA Panel: Returning to work after an emergency declaration

By Stan Fainzilberg

Toronto employment lawyer Stan Fainzilberg will partake in an OBA Panel on returning to work after an emergency declaration ends.

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