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City Investigates After Video of Employee Lashing Out at Parking Officer
A City of Toronto worker filmed himself hurling expletives at police officers while being ticketed for parking in an accessibility spot in…
Do construction workers get severance pay in Ontario?
Learn about the rights a construction employee has when it comes to severance pay and how their rights are affected by the…
Common Employment Law Issues in Ontario – CKWR
Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru discusses common employment issues facing employees, including workplace harassment, severance pay and more.
Bonuses and Severance Pay
A common question we get asked is whether bonus entitlements (overtime pay, benefits, stock options, car) should be included in a severance…
How to Best Use the Ministry of Labour
Calling the Ministry of Labour may sound like a good idea but following their advice can end up with you missing out…
Choosing the Best Employment Lawyer
Looking for the Best Employment Lawyer? Read this article for a few tips on choosing an employment lawyer that is right for…
Common Misconceptions About Severance Pay
This article helps clear-up some of the most common misunderstandings that terminated employees have about their entitlements and severance pay.
Non-Unionized Federal Workers Protected from Arbitrary Dismissal
Learn why non-unionized federal workers are protected from arbitrary dismissals & why federally regulated employers need a reason for dismissing staff.
Judge Rules for Plaintiff in Important Termination Case
Read about a noteworthy case that was recently won by Samfiru Tumarkin LLP concerning demotion and offer re-extension after termination.