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Starbucks Layoffs: Coffee chain closing 200 Stores in Canada in strategic shift
Starbucks will close 200 Canadian stores, focusing on pickup-only formats. Find out about closures and severance for affected employees.
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…
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…
Employment Law Show 980 CKNW – S4 E16
Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru takes your phone calls on S4 E16 of the Employment Law Show on 980 CKNW Vancouver.
Recalled From a Temporary Layoff | Employment Law Show TV – S4 E25
RECALLED FROM A TEMPORARY LAYOFF, moved from salary to commission, fired while on sick leave, and more on Season 4 Episode 25…
Wrongful Dismissals During COVID-19 | Employment Law Show TV – S4 E24
WRONGFUL DISMISSALS DURING COVID-19, the CEWS & constructive dismissal, negative performance reviews, and more on Season 4 Episode 24 of the Employment…
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.
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…