580 CFRA – Ottawa Celebrity Chef Admits to Sexual Harassment
Ottawa chef and restaurateur Matthew Carmichael has issued a statement admitting to sexually harassing women with inappropriate comments, and says he’s handed over the operation of his business.
Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru, Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, joined host Bill Carroll on Newstalk 580 CFRA to discuss relationships between employer and employees in this post-Harvey Weinstein world.
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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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