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Employment Law September 23rd, 2019

Globe and Mail – I was fired for possessing marijuana at work. Is that allowed?

By Lior Samfiru

An employee fired for cause over cannabis in the office may be owed substantial severance pay. A Toronto employment lawyer told the…

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Employment Law August 26th, 2019

Changes to Canada Labour Code for Federally Regulated Employees

By Lior Samfiru

Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru explains what the changes to the Canada Labour Code mean for employees and employers across Canada.

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Employment Law August 14th, 2019

Is Texting at Work Grounds for Termination? – 980 CKNW

By Lior Samfiru

Texting at work may not be grounds for termination, according to Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru.

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Employment Law July 11th, 2019

Steve Nash Fitness World lawsuit highlights widespread problem: Global BC

By Lior Samfiru

A Vancouver employment lawyer says a lawsuit against Steve Nash Fitness World highlights a problem that is rife in the fitness industry.

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Bikini Bistro
Employment Law June 10th, 2019

Is Teenie Bikini Bistro practicing discriminatory hiring?: 980 CKNW

By Lior Samfiru

The co-owner of the Teenie Bikini Bistro says there is no bias in her hiring process. An employment lawyer shared her legal…

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Dog, Office
Employment Law June 9th, 2019

Hamilton mayor’s office dog sparks human rights complaint

By Jon Pinkus

A City of Hamilton employee has filed a human rights complaint against mayor Fred Eisenberger, who brings his pet dog to work.

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Employment Law June 7th, 2019

Teenie Bikini Bistro’s Dress Code Discriminatory?

By Lior Samfiru

The dress code at Teenie Bikini Bistro has some wondering if the restaurant's approach is discriminatory. Find out what the law says.

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Adam Knauff, Vegan Firefighter
Employment Law May 23rd, 2019

980 CKNW – Vegan firefighter files human rights complaint

By Lior Samfiru

Vegan firefighter Adam Knauff alleges that his human rights were violated when his employer failed to provide appropriate food during a wildfire…

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Port Moody Mayor
Employment Law May 9th, 2019

Port Moody Mayor to receive paid leave during investigation – 980 CKNW

By Lior Samfiru

Should the Mayor continue to receive his payments from his annual salary? Or should a different set of rules be applied for…

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