Ryan Conlin discusses the potentially watershed decision in R. v. Roofing Medics, in which the court commented that more personal…

Jeremy Schwartz discusses the disturbing trend of employees forum shopping in human rights matters, and a recent HRTO decision which…

A recent case from the Ontario Court of Justice suggests that workplace policies can be a significant component in determining…

One of the most vexing and controversial legal issues confronting safety professionals is the question of whether employers can be…

When employees allege harassment in human rights complaints, they often refer to the creation of a “poisoned work environment.”  A…

Jessica Young explains the inherent risks associated with “encouraging” employees to retire.

Allison discusses the difference between a valid and invalid resignation

In 2011, the Supreme Court of Canada released its decision in British Columbia (Workers’ Compensation Board) v Figliola (“Figliola”). The Figliola decision addressed the…

The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has ruled that a Ministry of Labour prosecution for violations of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (“OHSA”)…

By: Ryan Conlin and Jeremy Schwartz An Ontario Court may have altered the legal landscape with respect to sentencing corporations…

As work patterns change in the modern era, the line between independent contractor and employee can often become blurry.  A…

As part of the Bill 168 amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (“OHSA”), workers can initiate a work refusal where…

Anyone involved in the human resources side of management will be familiar with the concept of notice periods for terminated…

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

The Ontario Superior Court recently awarded an employee on leave due to disability, damages representing the salary he would have…