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Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and COVID-19 Response
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP continues to provide comprehensive rights to individuals laid off or denied LTD during the COVID-19 outbreak.

COVID-19: Employment concerns for Canadians – Global News Radio
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP joined Drex on Global News Radio to address employment concerns during the coronavirus outbreak.

Jon Pinkus on forced self-isolation for employees – Global News
Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus spoke to Global National's Jeff Semple about an employee's rights during self-isolation due to COVID-19.

Employment lawyer on EI benefits and COVID-19 – CTV News
Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus joins CTV News Channel to react to the federal government's changes to Employment Insurance benefits.

Swearing at your boss: Termination for cause?
Employment lawyer Alex Lucifero explains why you may still be owed severance pay if you are fired for swearing at your boss.

Foodora Couriers, Right to Unionize and Employment Rights – CBC News
Partner Jon Pinkus spoke to CBC News Toronto about the importance of a labour board decision that designates Foodora couriers as dependent…

Temporary Layoffs, CN Rail Blockades & Employment Law – Global News
Discover the general rights of employees when they are placed on a Temporary Layoff. Partner Jon Pinkus discussed on Global News.

CN Rail Layoff, Via Rail Layoffs: Temporary Layoffs Amid Blockades
Via Rail & CN Rail have issued temporary layoffs to 1,500 employees as pipeline protests block railways. Learn about your rights during…

Uber, Lyft Approved in BC as Legal Challenges Loom – The Star Vancouver
Uber & Lyft now have approval to operate in B.C. Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru told The Star Vancouver that their stay may…