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COVID-19 and Maternity Benefits – Who will qualify?
An employment lawyer joined the John Oakley Show to discuss maternity and parental benefits during COVID-19.
Sexism at work while working from home: 980 CKNW
A Vancouver employment lawyer discussed a survey that alleged women working remotely are told to dress sexier, on the Lynda Steele show.
Starbucks Canada $50 Million Class Action Lawsuit
Employment lawyer Alex Lucifero joins Matt Harris on Ottawa Now to discuss the rights of Starbucks Canada employees and the Class Action…
Class Action Lawsuit launched against Starbucks Canada
Employment lawyer Alex Lucifero joins CTV News to discuss the $50 Million class action suit against Starbucks Canada.
WE Charity Layoffs and Severance Pay
Laid off or fired by WE Charity? Contract ended early? Find out how we can enforce your right to fair severance and…
Will parents be able to claim maternity benefits during COVID-19?
Toronto employment lawyer Lior Samfiru discusses the possibility of changes to EI and CERB for maternity benefits with Global News Radio's Peter…
Shopify lays off staff in switch to remote work
Shopify is firing 30 to 50 international employees as a result of the Canadian e-commerce and tech behemoth's shift to remote work.
COVID-19: Expectant parents worried for their maternity benefits
Toronto employment lawyer Lior Samfiru spoke with Global News on the concerns of expecting parents and whether or not they will qualify…
Long-term Disability Claims and a Toxic Work Environment
Partner James K. Fireman on how a long-term disability claim works when it is directly related to the impact of a toxic…