Employment Law
Bonuses and Severance Pay
A common question we get asked is whether bonus entitlements (overtime pay, benefits, stock options, car) should be included in a severance…
How to Best Use the Ministry of Labour
Calling the Ministry of Labour may sound like a good idea but following their advice can end up with you missing out…
Choosing the Best Employment Lawyer
Looking for the Best Employment Lawyer? Read this article for a few tips on choosing an employment lawyer that is right for…
Common Misconceptions About Severance Pay
This article helps clear-up some of the most common misunderstandings that terminated employees have about their entitlements and severance pay.
Non-Unionized Federal Workers Protected from Arbitrary Dismissal
Learn why non-unionized federal workers are protected from arbitrary dismissals & why federally regulated employers need a reason for dismissing staff.
Client Win: Distribution Director secures substantial severance after wrongful dismissal
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP secured significant severance for a distribution director after wrongful dismissal. Discover his path to justice.
Court Awards 37 Months’ Pay as Damages for Termination
A recent decision determined that a terminated employee's "duty to mitigate" would not apply to employees who are engaged pursuant to fixed…
TRIAL WIN: Carpenter v. Brains II Canada Inc.
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP is proud to announce that Toronto employment lawyer and firm partner David Vaughan successfully represented his client, Ms. Carpenter,…
Worker Sues For 11,570 Hours of Unpaid Overtime
An employee sued his employer for 11,570 hours of unpaid overtime. Learn more about what you can do if you think your…