A key question Ontario employment lawyers help addressing is a worker's entitlements to bonus pay after termination of employment. In this blog article, we discuss an employer's key legal obligations surrounding employee compensation and termination. A leading case called Matthews v. Ocean Nutrition
Common Employment Law Misconceptions in Ontario for Employers and Employees
When it comes to Ontario workplace law, there are many common employment law misconceptions - both among employees and employers. While many believe they understand their rights and obligations, the truth often lies far from these common assumptions. In reality, courts have repeatedly debunked
Unsuccessful Wrongful Dismissal Claim in Ontario
Can Swearing at Your Boss Get You Fired for Cause? Understanding Just Cause vs. Wilful Misconduct in Ontario Wrongful Dismissal Claims In an important employment law decision from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the case of 2551965 Ontario Ltd. v. Warkentin provides a powerful reminder that
Ontario Court Sides with Employer in Wrongful Dismissal and Employment Contract Dispute
A recent Ontario court decision reinforces the importance of having a well-drafted employment contract. In Bertsch v. Datastealth Inc., 2024 ONSC 5593, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice ruled that an employer’s termination clause limiting an employee’s severance to the minimum required under the
An Employer Guide to Terminating Employees – How it Differs from U.S.
For U.S. companies managing teams across the border and terminating employees, Ontario employment law can feel like a whole different world. In some ways, when we represent U.S. clients dealing with workplace disputes, such as termination of employment, the progressive nature of Ontario employment
Workplace Investigations in Ontario
Workplace investigations are a necessary part of managing risk and fostering a respectful, law-abiding culture. While harassment and discrimination are commonly recognized as issues requiring formal investigation, other forms of misconduct—like fraud, time theft, or breaches of
Following Waksdale v. Swegon North America: Court Invalidates Employment Contract Termination Clause
In another decision, the court has emphasized the enduring influence of the Waksdale v. Swegon North America Inc., 2020 ONCA 391 case on the enforceability of termination clause in employment contracts. The Court's ruling in De Castro v. Arista Homes Limited, 2025 ONCA 260 underscores the necessity
Employer Defence for Wrongful Dismissal Claims – A Successful Outcome
Wrongful Dismissal Claims in Ontario In recent years, Ontario courts have taken heavily scrutinized stance on termination clauses in employment contracts. As experienced employment lawyers helping provide employer defence for wrongful dismissal claims know from experience, judges have frequently