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COVID April 20th, 2020

Woman denied CERB due to pregnancy – Global News

By Lior Samfiru

An employment lawyer explains how a pregnant woman was denied CERB, and why the failure could result in human rights claims against…

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COVID April 15th, 2020

CERB Expanded to include more Canadians hit by COVID-19 – 980 CKNW

By Lior Samfiru

The federal government has updated the qualifications for the CERB. Partner Lior Samfiru explained the changes on Global News Radio 980 CKNW.

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COVID April 14th, 2020

CERB double payments and penalties – Global News

By Lior Samfiru

Partner Lior Samfiru told Global News what happens if you are paid CERB funds twice, and penalties for applying when you don't…

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COVID April 6th, 2020

CERB Applications in British Columbia and Employment Law Q&A – 980 CKNW

By Lior Samfiru

Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru answers questions and takes calls on 980 CKNW about the launch of the CERB and who qualifies in…

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COVID April 6th, 2020

Gap in CERB support for gig economy workers – CBC News

By Lior Samfiru

Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru spoke to CBC's The National about the lack of temporary financial support for some Canadians through the CERB…

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COVID March 31st, 2020

Coronavirus: What to know if you’ve been laid off – Global News

By Lior Samfiru

Partner Lior Samfiru explains in an article on GlobalNews.ca the legal principles employers and employees must be aware of when it comes…

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COVID March 25th, 2020

COVID-19 Employment Law Q&A on CERB Program – 980 CKNW

By Jon Pinkus

Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus answers questions about the federal government's CERB program and takes calls on 980 CKNW in Vancouver.

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COVID March 25th, 2020

What to do if you’ve been newly laid off – Globe and Mail

By Lior Samfiru

Have you been laid off due to the COVID-19 pandemic? Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru told the Globe and Mail what you need…

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COVID March 25th, 2020

Steve Nash Fitness World lays off all employees – Global BC

By Lior Samfiru

Steve Nash Fitness World has let go all of its employees due to COVID-19. Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru spoke to Global BC…

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