No more sick notes for employees in Ontario: Employment lawyer on CTV News
Interview Summary
The provincial government in Ontario has proposed to dismiss the need for doctor’s notes for employees taking unpaid sick leave. This legislation only pertains to employees who wish to use government unpaid sick days, not the paid sick days they could receive through their employer. The goal appears to be to lessen the load placed on family physicians.
Alex Lucifero, an Ontario employment lawyer and Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP joined CTV News Ottawa to discuss the potential impact of this legislation on employees and employers.
Interview Notes
- Rules regarding sick leave: Lucifero explained that the rules will largely remain the same for employees hoping to take a longer sick leave. “An employer has the right to request a medical note.”
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About the Author
Alex C. Lucifero
Alex C. Lucifero is a partner and member of Samfiru Tumarkin LLP's Labour and Employment Law Group and Long-term Disability Group in Ontario.
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