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Can my employer bring me back from a COVID-19 layoff at less pay until sales improve?
An employment lawyer on whether your employer can bring back you from a COVID-19 layoff at reduced pay until sales strengthen.
Can I get severance if I have already found a new job?
If an employee is making less money in their new position, their former employer must cover any difference in income between the…
Employment Lawyer on Sexual Misconduct in the Canadian armed forces
An employment lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP spoke with Global News to discuss sexual harassment and misconduct in the Canadian military.
Alex Lucifero on the IDEL Extension
Employment lawyer Alex Lucifero joins CTV News Ottawa to discuss the extension of the Infectious Disease Emergency Leave.
Ministry of Labour quietly updates its policy on the Infectious Disease Emergency Leave
With little fanfare, the Ministry of Labour (MOL) has updated its policy on the Infectious Disease Emergency Leave (IDEL). The MOL’s recently…
Mackenzie Irwin on Harassment and Defamation
Employment lawyer Mackenzie Irwin joins Christine Van Geyn on Canadian Justice to discuss harassment in the workplace and defamation.
Flexible working arrangements and employee rights
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on working arrangements. Learn more about your rights as a remote worker.
Alex Lucifero on Greyhound closure and layoffs
Employment lawyer Alex Lucifero joins CTV News Ottawa to discuss the recent Greyhound closure and employee rights.
Employment lawyer on CityNews discussing privileges for the fully vaccinated
Employment lawyer Jon Pinkus joins CityNews to discuss possible privileges for individuals who have been fully vaccinated.