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Lluc Cerda on restaurant servers’ rights to minimum wage
Employment lawyer Lluc Cerda speaks with the Toronto Star regarding the liquor server minimum wage.
Alberta announces new restrictions, no in-school learning for students
On Tuesday May 4, Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announced that the province will be introducing a new set of restrictions to halt…
Lior Samfiru on accommodating working parents
Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru joins Leslie Roberts on Newstalk 580 CFRA to discuss working parents and necessary accommodations.
Can my employer reward employees for getting a COVID-19 vaccination?
Find out if an employer can offer a financial incentive to employees who get the COVID-19 vaccination.
Chris Leedham, Sienna Senior Living and Wrongful Dismissal
LTC executive Chris Leedham alleges resident abuse Chris Leedham, a former VP with Sienna Senior Living, the long-term care community and retirement…
Employment lawyer on Ontario’s paid sick leave program
Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru joins Global News Toronto to discuss the recent Ontario paid sick leave program.
Can my employer make changes to my work during the pandemic?
The pandemic has caused many changes for both employers and employees. Despite the fact that COVID-19 has altered all of our lives,…
Lior Samfiru on HBC employee wrongful dismissal suit
Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru joins Roy Green on the Corus Radio Network to talk about a constructive dismissal claim against HBC.
Judge rules employees can pursue severance if laid off due to COVID-19
Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru joins Devon Peacock on 980 CFPL to discuss layoffs during COVID-19.