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What are my employment rights if I’m asked to self-isolate? – 980 CKNW
What are your employment rights if you're asked to self-isolate? An employment lawyer answered that question on Global News Radio in Vancouver.
Ciena Corporation Layoffs and Severance Pay
Ciena Corporation is laying off dozens of employees in Ontario. Were you let go? Discover your rights to severance pay.
Foodora Couriers, Right to Unionize and Employment Rights – CBC News
Partner Jon Pinkus spoke to CBC News Toronto about the importance of a labour board decision that designates Foodora couriers as dependent…
Temporary Layoffs, CN Rail Blockades & Employment Law – Global News
Discover the general rights of employees when they are placed on a Temporary Layoff. Partner Jon Pinkus discussed on Global News.
CN Rail Layoff, Via Rail Layoffs: Temporary Layoffs Amid Blockades
Via Rail & CN Rail have issued temporary layoffs to 1,500 employees as pipeline protests block railways. Learn about your rights during…
Pier 1 Imports Closure and Severance Pay
Pier 1 Imports is shutting down all Canadian stores & filing for creditor protection. Discover the negative impact on employee severance packages.
Managing Workplace Illness During the Coronavirus Outbreak
How can employees and employers manage the threat of infectious diseases in the workplace amidst the recent coronavirus outbreak?…
Uber, Lyft Approved in BC as Legal Challenges Loom – The Star Vancouver
Uber & Lyft now have approval to operate in B.C. Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru told The Star Vancouver that their stay may…
Severance Pay When a Business Closes
Carlton Cards & Papyrus stores are closing in Canada. Partner Alex Lucifero on CTV News explains severance pay when a business closes.