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Parents’ rights as childcare centres reopen in Ontario
Partner Lior Samfiru told 640 Toronto's Mike Stafford about a parent's workplace rights as daycare and childcare spots reopen in Ontario.
Ontario is allowing child-care centres to reopen. Do I have to return to work?
Ontario is allowing child-care centres to reopen. What rights to employees have if they still can't get a daycare spot or are…
Employment Lawyer on draft legislation and possible CERB penalties – CKNW
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP spoke to Mike Smyth on CKNW about draft legislation that seeks to heavily penalize Canadians who take advantage of…
Can my employer ask me about my personal life outside work during the pandemic?
Partner Jon Pinkus on an employer's right to ask their staff what about their activities during personal time amid the COVID-19 pandemic…
Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) Guide
This is your guide to the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB). Learn how to apply for benefits from the Government of Canada…
COVID-19: Influx of business interruption claims to hit insurers – 640 Toronto
Partner Sivan Tumarkin joined Global News Radio to talk about business interruption insurance claim denials during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Four Day Work Week in Canada
With Prime Minister Trudeau's announcement encouraging a 4 day work week Canadians, many questions remain as to how this will impact existing…
Insurance Lawyer on Business Interruption Payout for COVID-19 – Toronto Star
Partner Sivan Tumarkin was interviewed by the Toronto Star for an investigation into COVID-19 business interruption insurance claim denials.
Employment Lawyer on Ontario COVID-19 Layoff Regulations – Global News
Partner Lior Samfiru was asked by Global News to explain Ontario's new COVID-19 layoff regulation, and why it is misleading to employers…