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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.
COVID-19 Employment Law Q&A on CERB Program – 980 CKNW
Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus answers questions about the federal government's CERB program and takes calls on 980 CKNW in Vancouver.
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…
Leon’s Layoffs and Severance Pay
Have you been laid off from your job at Leon's? Read this blog to learn about your severance pay rights in Ontario…
COVID-19 Employment Insurance Benefits: The Facts
Get the facts on about changes to Canada's Employment Insurance benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how to apply for EI if…
Steve Nash Fitness World lays off all employees – Global BC
Steve Nash Fitness World has let go all of its employees due to COVID-19. Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru spoke to Global BC…
COVID-19, Layoffs and Long-term Disability Claims
Find out how to apply for Long-term Disability coverage during the COVID-19 pandemic, and what to do if the insurance company denies…
Jon Pinkus on Severance Pay and COVID-19 – Corus Radio
Jon Pinkus, partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, explains how severance pay works on the Roy Green Show when somebody is let go…