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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…
Ontario’s Infectious Disease Emergency Leave doesn’t affect constructive dismissal
Partner Alex Lucifero tells CFRA's Ottawa Now why Ontario's new layoff regulation may have a negative impact on businesses struggling during COVID-19.
Pandemic Pay Problems and Infectious Disease Emergency Leave Regulation – 580 CFRA
Partner Alex Lucifero spoke to Newstalk 580 CFRA's Leslie Roberts about pandemic pay concerns and Ontario's new regulation affecting temporary layoffs.
Can I be forced by my employer to wear PPE at work?
A Samfiru Tumarkin LLP employment lawyer was asked by CBC News to answer a question about an employee's rights when asked to…
Employment Lawyer on Infectious Disease Emergency Leave
Partner Alex Lucifero explained Ontario's new layoff regulation on CTV Morning Live, and why employees can still collect full severance pay during…
Walmart Tire & Lube Express Layoffs and Severance Pay
Walmart employees let go from Tire & Lube Express locations should keep in mind these very important facts concerning their right to…
Ontario makes temporary change to layoff regulations in attempt to help business
Partner Jon Pinkus told the Canadian Press why Ontario's new employment law regulation will create conflict between employers and employees.
COVID-19: New Ontario Regulation Hurts Employees, Misleads Employers
A new regulation in Ontario hurts employee rights during the COVID-19 pandemic, and could be disastrous for employers during the ongoing crisis.