In a recent blog, we discussed the trend toward the use of summary judgement motions to resolve wrongful dismissal actions. By…

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

This is segment 1 of 5 from our Q3 webinar held on Thursday, October 10, “Upcoming AODA Obligations – What You Need…

The Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB) has ruled that a worker does not have to be a certified or apprentice…

In a decision that will surely draw attention across the country, the Alberta Human Rights Tribunal has awarded an employee 5 years…

Alberta Human Rights Tribunal Awards Employee $650,000 – Kelly McDermott

By: Amanda D. Boyce and Erika M. Montisano  A recent and troubling decision from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice…

The ongoing flare-up of the ebola virus is currently front page news.  Notwithstanding that as of the time of this…

Jessica Young discusses the new protected leaves of absence under Ontario’s Employment Standards Act

By: Ryan Conlin & Frank Portman A recent case from Ontario’s Human Rights Tribunal is a stark reminder of how…

As we have noted in previous updates, the size of general damages awarded by human rights tribunals has trended sharply…

Obese Resident Awarded Preferred Parking Space – Jeremy D. Schwartz

Employers who only provide the minimum amounts required by employment standards legislation after termination are gambling. Sometimes this approach can…

When is an owner also an “employee”?  The Supreme Court of Canada recently rendered a decision on the question of…

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