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

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

Ontario Court of Appeal Rules Non-Competition Clause Unenforceable – Allison Taylor

As we roll into December, many employers will be hosting an office holiday party for their employees. While these events…

Navigating the intricate legal environment of a merger, acquisition, takeover or other corporate restructuring can be difficult enough without the…

In 2020, employers were faced with unprecedented legal challenges brought on by the pandemic. Meanwhile, the courts and tribunals issued…

Frank discusses how to best ensure you may rely on disciplinary records to prove just cause

The Ontario Superior Court has ruled that an employee who continued to work for 15 months following a change in…

An office holiday party is a great time to unwind as a team and encourage a sense of community.  Unfortunately,…

Taking the Panic out of Pandemic Planning – Ryan Conacher

To be enforceable, non-competition agreements must, as a general rule, be reasonable and unambiguous in terms of their geographic scope,…

The federal government has re-introduced legislation to amend the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).  Bill C-12, Safeguarding Canadians’ Personal…

The Divisional Court recently upheld a trial decision finding that an employer did not defame a former employee when it…

Bill 30, An Act to Amend the Employment Standards Act, 2000 in respect of family caregiver leave, went through its second…

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act: How the Integrated Accessibility Standards Will Affect You – Jessica Young