Allison Taylor will present this insightful webinar for the Ontario Bar Association on March 12. She will discuss related issues including leaves of absence, accommodation, and return to work considerations, as well as emerging “family status” jurisprudence and other hot topics.
Visit the Ontario Bar Association’s site for more information or to register.
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