Executive Severance Package Negotiation Navigating executive terminations requires both legal precision and negotiating finesse. When experienced executive employment lawyers consult with employers or employees about an employment termination involving senior executives, including those with many
Ontario Court Clarifies Employer Liability in Workplace Investigations
In an important decision, the Ontario Superior Court has reaffirmed the legal boundaries of employer liability in the context of internal workplace investigations. The case in question (M.P. v. Ontario Power Generation Inc.) serves as an important precedent for both employers and employees,
Terminating Employees for Underperformance and Wrongful Dismissal Claims
Can an Employee Be Terminated for Poor Performance in Ontario? A Guide for Employers In a competitive business environment, especially in small or mid-sized companies, every employee’s performance has a direct impact on operations and profitability. When an employee consistently lacks strong
Why Employers Should Review Employment Contracts
If you are an employer in Ontario or anywhere across Canada, recent legal developments make one thing clear: it is high time to review employment contracts, particularly the termination clauses. Otherwise, you may be exposing your business to costly workplace disputes, including wrongful dismissal
Covert Recordings at Work: When Do They Justify Termination?
A Recent Court Case Explores Whether Secretly Recording at Work Is Enough for “Just Cause” Dismissal With smartphones making it easy to record conversations at the click of a button, it’s no surprise that secret recordings are becoming more common in workplaces. But can they be grounds for firing
Disability and Dismissal: When Does Performance Management Cross the Line?
Employer Responsibilities in Accommodation and Dismissal: A Legal Perspective When it comes to managing employee performance and supporting staff with disabilities, employers must carefully balance their legal responsibilities. The Ontario Human Rights Tribunal’s decision in Karim v. Workplace
Why It is Not Wise for Employers to Cut Corners on Severance Packages
Why trying to shortchange employees on termination pay rarely ends well for companies In the realm of employment law, one of the most common and costly - mistakes employers make is mishandling severance packages. Despite clear legal precedent and widespread awareness, many employers still choose
The ABC’s of Ontario Law for Termination of Employment
Ontario Termination of Employment Law: A Practical Overview Insights from Toronto Employment Lawyers When dealing with employee discipline or dismissal in Ontario, it’s important for both employers and employees to understand the rules under Ontario employment law. This guide outlines how
