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Car Accidents February 3rd, 2026

2 Hospitalized After Vehicle Launches Off Hwy. 427 Onto Hwy. 401

By Sivan Tumarkin

Ontario Provincial Police are asking anyone with information on the incident, including dashcam footage, to contact them.

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Disability/Personal Injury February 2nd, 2026

Rise in Psychosis Rates Among Younger Ontarians, 2026 Study Claims

By Sivan Tumarkin

Denied disability benefits for a mental health disorder? Understand your rights in Ontario and how our team can help.

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Employment Law February 2nd, 2026

Federal Public Servants in Alberta Affected by 2026 “Workforce Adjustment”

By Alex C. Lucifero

Key resources for affected non-unionized employees in Alberta and how Samfiru Tumarkin LLP can help if you've lost your job.

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Employment Law February 2nd, 2026

Eddie Bauer Bankruptcy: What Canadian Employees Need to Know

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the retailer's potential bankruptcy filing and a key resource for non-unionized staff in Canada.

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Employment Law February 2nd, 2026

Mastercard Completes Strategic Review, Slashing 4% of Full-Time Staff in 2026

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the workforce reduction and key resources for non-unionized employees in Canada.

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Employment Law February 2nd, 2026

Mastercard Layoffs in Canada: Employee Rights & Key Severance Facts

By Lior Samfiru

Mastercard is cutting 4% of its full-time staff in 2026. Understand your severance rights in Canada and how we can help.

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Employment Law February 2nd, 2026

Laid Off or Facing Layoffs in Canada? Your 2026 Legal Guide

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or affected by layoffs in Canada? Understand your rights to severance and next steps in our 2026 legal guide.

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Car Accidents February 1st, 2026

Toronto Crashes, Car Accidents & Local News

By Sivan Tumarkin

Live updates on Toronto crashes and car accidents. See today’s incidents, hotspots, and learn your legal rights after a collision.

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Disability/Personal Injury February 1st, 2026

Who Qualifies for Long-Term Disability (LTD) in Saskatchewan?

By Sivan Tumarkin

Find out who qualifies for long-term disability in Saskatchewan, including own-occupation vs any-occupation rules & reasons insurers deny claims.

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