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COVID September 9th, 2020

Will employers allow employees to remain at home as schools open?

By Alex C. Lucifero

Ottawa employment lawyer Alex Lucifero joins Ottawa Now to discuss employees' rights if their children contract COVID-19.

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Employment Law September 4th, 2020

Amazon workers privacy rights violated

By Jon Pinkus

Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus joins the John Oakley show to discuss the privacy rights of Amazon workers and employees currently working from…

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COVID September 4th, 2020

Ontario extends COVID-19 layoff provision, jeopardizing employers

By Lior Samfiru

Ontario has extended a COVID-19 temporary layoff provision until Jan. 2, 2020. An employment lawyer explains employee rights, and impact on employers.

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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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