Canadian employees are presumptively entitled to “reasonable notice” of termination. Although this entitlement can be limited to some extent by…
Employment Law
The Canadian law on workplace violence and harassment continues to develop, particularly in relation to the duty to investigate. Employers…
Probationary periods are often essential tools for both employers and employees to determine the viability of a new employment relationship….
A recent decision from the Ontario Superior Court is a reminder to employers that dismissal for just cause must be…
Notwithstanding the best wishes of employers, there are times when employees have to be let go for purely financial reasons. …
By: Frank Portman Since 2008, Courts have wrestled with wrongful dismissal claims in which employees make claims of entitlements…
Most people have received (or sent) a “pocket-dial”, which is an unintentional cell phone call that is made by a…
By: Landon Young and Jessica Young Does a terminated employee have a duty to accept an offer of re-employment after termination? This issue…
In April of 2009, a little known law called the Apology Act (the “Act”) entered into force. A very short act, it primarily…
Disability management is a challenging issue for HR professionals. An employee with a disability may require an extended absence from…