Employment lawyer on wage increase for app based gig workers
Interview Summary
The Ontario government has announced that they will introduce legislation that gives rights to app-based gig workers, particularly a wage increase. What will this mean for drivers and workers going forward?
Lior Samfiru, a Toronto employment lawyer and national co-managing Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP joins Kelly Cutrara on Global News Radio 640 Toronto to answer this question and more.
Interview Notes
- What does this legislation mean for gig workers?
- Are there any red flags concerning the new legislation for workers?
- Has a common complaint from workers been that tips were withheld by their employers?
- Will a recurring pay period have to take place now for all gig workers?
- What is the intention behind Uber’s wage proposal and recent worker protection announcements?
- Is it surprising that there is no mention of termination pay in this legislation?
- Is it more difficult to include a benefits package into this legislation?
- Ultimately what is the takeaway for app-based workers regarding this proposed legislation?
About the Author
Lior Samfiru
Lior Samfiru is a Founding Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and the Practice Leader of the firm’s Labour & Employment Law Group. Known for his advocacy and success representing both employees and employers, Lior exclusively serves clients in Ontario, where his extensive experience has made him one of Canada’s most sought-after employment lawyers.
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