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Hill Times – Myriam Denis story reveals some questionable HR practices in PMO, say labour experts
Ottawa Employment Lawyer Alex Lucifero, Managing Associate at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, talks about the proper way to investigate claims of misconduct.
How a $15 Minimum Wage Will Affect B.C.: 980 CKNW
BC became the latest province to introduce a $15 minimum wage, as it is scheduled to hit that mark by June 2021.
Rogers Call Centre Upsell ‘Shocking and Appalling’: Employment Lawyer on CBC News
An employment lawyer in Vancouver at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP spoke to Erica Johnson, host of CBC's Go Public, about the company's tactics.
We Must Empower Employees To Confront Sexual Assault: Huffington Post
A Vancouver employment lawyer discussed what employers need to do when allegations of sexual misconduct surface in the workplace.
Minimum Wage in Ontario: Changes Introduced by Bill 148
Alex Lucifero, Managing Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, discusses the impact of the minimum wage increase and how it will affect employees…
Global News – Ontario Teacher Assaulted at Work Fights Back
An Ontario teacher, who was assaulted by a student at school, is fighting back after her insurance provider said she no longer…
Corus – RBC Insurance Leaves Senior Stranded in Germany, $150K Medical Bill
The son of an 84 year old man in a medically induced coma in Germany is fighting RBC Insurance as they refuse…
900 CHML – Are You Allowed to Kiss at a Company Holiday Party?
Toronto employment lawyer and Samfiru Tumarkin LLP partner Chantel Goldsmith gives some office holiday party advice for both employees and employers.
Employee Alleges Human Rights Violation by Magna International – 980 CFPL
A woman is going to the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal after alleging that her employer docked her pay due to washroom breaks…