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Most people have received (or sent) a “pocket-dial”, which is an unintentional cell phone call that is made by a…

When is a single, serious instance of misconduct just cause for termination, particularly for a long-service employee? In Fernandes v. Peel…

Disability management is a challenging issue for HR professionals. An employee with a disability may require an extended absence from…

Landon Young discusses how to avoid the fixed term contract trap.

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

Jeremy Schwartz discusses how to avoid and address workplace sexual harassment.

A recent decision from the Ontario Superior Court is a reminder to employers that dismissal for just cause must be…

Employers be warned – engaging in high-handed, bullying behaviour when dismissing an employee may be a costly strategy. The Supreme…

Employers in Ontario must be cautious before implementing “temporary” layoffs.  Unless the employee and employer have a clear and valid…

The AODA Employment Standard deadlines are not as far away as they may seem. The Employment Standard is one of…

Landon Young provides draws on recent, wrongful dismissal caselaw to provide guidance to employers considering whether to terminate an employee…

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

Ryan Conlin and Jeremy Schwartz discuss a landmark WSIAT decision which held sections of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act…

In a recent Court of Appeal Decision, Elsegood v Cambridge Spring Services, the Court awarded common law damages to an employee…