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HBC fires employees just one day after pay cut in bid to save on severance
Hudson’s Bay Company has fired 94 employees just one day after imposing a 25% salary cut in an apparent attempt to avoid…
Employee Rights during the COVID-19 Pandemic – Global News
Partner Lior Samfiru answers questions on Global News about Employee Rights during the COVID-19 Pandemic, including layoffs, CERB and pay cuts.
Woman denied CERB due to pregnancy – Global News
An employment lawyer explains how a pregnant woman was denied CERB, and why the failure could result in human rights claims against…
CERB double payments and penalties – Global News
Partner Lior Samfiru told Global News what happens if you are paid CERB funds twice, and penalties for applying when you don't…
Gap in CERB support for gig economy workers – CBC News
Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru spoke to CBC's The National about the lack of temporary financial support for some Canadians through the CERB…
More aid needed for workers shut out of federal COVID-19 support
While the federal government is announcing more funding for workers during COVID-19, partner Lior Samfiru explains where they continue to fail Canadians.
Coronavirus: What to know if you’ve been laid off – Global News
Partner Lior Samfiru explains in an article on GlobalNews.ca the legal principles employers and employees must be aware of when it comes…
COVID-19 Action Plan: B.C.’s $5-billion economic response
Learn about the B.C. Provincial Government's COVID-19 Action Plan and how it will act to support you during the coronavirus pandemic.
What to do if you’ve been newly laid off – Globe and Mail
Have you been laid off due to the COVID-19 pandemic? Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru told the Globe and Mail what you need…