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

The Ontario Superior Court recently struck down a termination clause in an employment agreement because of a seemingly minor ambiguity….

Continuing to Work Following Changes to Employment Not Considered Acceptance of Changes – Joe Morrison

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

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

A recent Ontario Court of Appeal decision dealt a blow to employers’ ability to credit employee mitigation efforts and income…

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

By Jeremy Schwartz The Ontario Superior Court has ruled that an employer that implemented a layoff during the pandemic, which was “deemed”…

Increasingly, the courts are striking down termination provisions in employment contracts resulting in lengthy common law notice awards to employees. …

Don’t miss our comprehensive, half-day training seminar at the Sheraton Toronto Airport on Thursday, September 22.

In a past Stringer Update, Releases Protect Employers from Human Rights Complaints, we emphasized the importance of having terminated employees sign…

Allison Taylor will present this insightful webinar for the Ontario Bar Association on March 12.  She will discuss related issues including leaves…

This is segment 3 of 5 from our Q3 webinar held on Thursday, October 10, “Breach of Confidentiality Clauses in Settlements”

Jeff Murray discusses social host liability for employers.