by Sezar Bune, J.D. | Toronto Employment Lawyer | Dec 29, 2025
The Ontario case Giacomodonato v. Peartree Securities, 2023 ONSC 3197 (“Donato”) offers valuable lessons for employers on managing post-termination matters, enforcing employment agreements, and handling restrictive covenants. For employers navigating these...
by Sezar Bune, J.D. | Toronto Employment Lawyer | Dec 27, 2025
Court Confirms Employers Can Dismiss Employees Over Conflicting Side Jobs In recent years, more employees have been taking on side jobs, also known as side hustles, to supplement their income. Rising living costs and inflation have made this trend even more common....
by Sezar Bune, J.D. | Toronto Employment Lawyer | Dec 27, 2025
Fixed-term employment contracts are a common tool in workplaces across Toronto and Ontario. These agreements, often used for temporary or project-based roles, can offer employers flexibility in staffing and control over employment duration. However, some court...
by Sezar Bune, J.D. | Toronto Employment Lawyer | Dec 1, 2025
When a Termination on Return From Leave Is Not Automatically Discriminatory A recent decision of the Alberta Human Rights Commission (AHRC) draws a clear line: a termination that happens when an employee returns from a protected leave is not automatically...
by Sezar Bune, J.D. | Toronto Employment Lawyer | Nov 30, 2025
Written by: Sezar Bune, J.D. | Toronto Employment Lawyer Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary: Post-termination misconduct by employees in Ontario can create serious risks for businesses and reputations. As a result, the courts provide remedies for workplace harassment,...
by Sezar Bune, J.D. | Toronto Employment Lawyer | Oct 19, 2025
In the decision De Castro v. Arista Homes Limited (2024 ONSC 1035), the Ontario Superior Court of Justice assessed a “termination for cause” provision in an employment contract. The central issue: whether the clause aligned with the protections set out in Ontario’s...
by Sezar Bune, J.D. | Toronto Employment Lawyer | Oct 18, 2025
Ending an employment relationship is one of the most sensitive moments in business management. A poorly handled termination can damage morale, spark unnecessary disputes, or even escalate into costly litigation. Yet when done with clarity, structure, and respect, a...
by Sezar Bune, J.D. | Toronto Employment Lawyer | Oct 13, 2025
Commission-Based Employees and Termination: What You Need to Know About Commissions and Reasonable Notice When commission income makes up part of your compensation, losing your job can raise complicated questions. Are you entitled to commissions after termination?...
