Former Freshii employee says she was fired because of hearing impairment
Kalia Douglas-Micallef was eager to spend months, and possibly years, working at a Freshii location in Scarborough. But after only two days of training, she said she was fired because of her hearing impairment.
Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru told host Arlene Bynon on Global News Radio 640 Toronto what Kalia’s rights are in this situation, and what her next course of action might be.
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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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