For the average person, the exercise of looking for an Employment Lawyer can be difficult and confusing. After all, most people in this position are already dealing with the significant stress of losing a job or harmful workplace discrimination. That's why the process of choosing the right legal
Is there Still a Cap at 24 Months for Employee Severance Package Compensation? Maybe Not.
Following Recent Decision, Courts May be Breaking Free from the 24-month Cap on Notice Period One of the hotly contested issues in the area of employment law (and, trust me, there are many!) is whether an employee's entitlement to pay in lieu of reasonable notice of termination should be capped.
Changes to the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure – Important Updates
The Ontario government recently approved changes to the Rules of Civil Procedure, which will come into force on January 1, 2021 (they can be found here). This blog article will summarize the key changes. 1. Method of Attendance at Hearings A new Rule 1.08: parties who seek to schedule a court
What Rights do I Have as an Employee in the Ontario Employment Standards Act? – Back to Basics
What is the Employment Standards Act, 2000? All employees in Ontario who work for a company that is provincially regulated are protected by the minimum requirements set out in the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the "ESA"). The ESA is the foundation of employment law rights in Ontario
My Employer was Bought by Another Company. How Does that Impact My Job?
The Effect of a Business Sale on an Employee in a Non-Unionized Context What happens if my current employer is acquired by another company? Does that mean that my job was terminated? Do I automatically become an employee of the new owner? Most importantly, am I entitled to receive a financial
Ontario Employment Standards Act – Who is Exempted from Basic Employee Protections?
The Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 ("ESA") provides basic important legal protections for employees across the province that employers must respect. Some of these most important basic protections include: minimum wage payment of wages tips and gratuities vacation time and vacation
Ontario – Temporary Changes to Employer Obligations to Fund Pension Plans
Employee Pension Plan When it comes to pension plans, many employees participate in an employer's pension benefits program as part of their job's compensation package. This often makes up a significant part of an employee’s remuneration package. Generally, the longer the employee participates in a
Got a New Employment Contract? What You Need to Know in Ontario.
It's always an exciting time being offered a new job opportunity - a new role, a fresh start and - most importantly - more pay, perks and benefits. But with that new gig may also come a request from your new employer that you sign a new "employment contract," before you begin your first day on the