A well-drafted contract protects not only the company but also its employees and senior personnel. In a recent decision, Richards v….

When a company purchases another business, it is important to consider the legal implications respecting the status of employees. The…

By: Jeremy Schwartz and Amanda Boyce In-house counsel is often the unsung hero of a legal saga, having guided their…

In a unique set of circumstances, the Ontario Superior Court recently found that changes to an employment contract which benefited…

The Ontario Superior Court recently allowed an employee to proceed with claims against his former employer regarding long-term disability insurance,…

When no work is available in a particular field, dismissed employees may undertake reasonable mitigation efforts by pursuing re-training to…

Rehiring Former Employees: Avoiding the Risk of “Continuous Employment” – Allison Taylor

By: Frank Portman   Since 2008, Courts have wrestled with wrongful dismissal claims in which employees make claims of entitlements…

The Ontario Superior Court recently awarded four months of pay in lieu of reasonable notice to an employee with less…

When no work is available in a particular field, dismissed employees may undertake reasonable mitigation efforts by pursuing re-training to…

#MeToo has quickly caught wind as a widespread movement that sheds light on the prevalence of sexual assault and harassment,…

Jeff Murray discusses a recent landmark contract decision from the Supreme Court of Canada

Employers are often told by their lawyers that satisfying a Court that there is “just cause” to terminate an employee…

As technology becomes more ubiquitous in the workplace, the importance of having proper policies and discipline to govern the use…

By Landon Young Do employers have a general duty to act honestly and in good faith when dealing with their…