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

At times, employers despair at the perceived narrowing of the requirements of just cause for termination. With many adjudicators focused on…

Most employers are likely familiar with the WSIB return to work process which often involves a WSIB employee attending at…

Frank Portman discusses a recent, significant decision from the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario concerning remedies and mental illness in…

By: Landon Young and Jessica Young Employee addiction is a challenging topic for HR professionals. Under Canadian human rights legislation, drug…

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

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

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

Taking the Panic out of Pandemic Planning – Ryan Conacher

Jeremy Schwartz discusses recent punitive damages awards in Ontario

When must a dismissed employee accept an offer of alternate employment with their employer? In some circumstances, employees will be…

Allison discusses the difference between a valid and invalid resignation

Jeremy Schwartz discusses a recent Ontario Court of Appeal decision that upheld a landmark retroactive loss of earnings award from…

Allison Taylor discusses progressive discipline and termination for employee misconduct.

Supreme Court Allows Employees to “Double-Up” on Pregnancy and Parental Benefits A regular point of contention between unions and employers…