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Posted on December 13, 2018

Court of Appeal Rules Termination Clause Must Be Read In Whole

Typically, when people are terminated from their jobs without cause, they are entitled to notice or payment in lieu of notice. While the Employment Standards…
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Posted on November 29, 2018

Assessing Liability For Racism In The Workplace

Despite making progress over the years, racism and other forms of discrimination still occur in the workplace. Of course, Ontario’s Human Rights Code (the “Code”)…
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Posted on November 16, 2018

Is Someone On Unpaid Sick Leave Entitled To Pay In Lieu Of Notice?

Unpaid leaves of absence from work can complicate people’s lives, contributing financial stress as well as worry about a person’s health. Another way that unpaid…
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Posted on November 1, 2018

Employer’s Termination Clause Covers All The Bases

Nobody is entitled to keep their job forever. That said, people who lose their jobs without cause are entitled to compensation in lieu of notice…
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Posted on October 5, 2018

Vague Termination Clause Leaves Employer On The Hook

Employment contracts can be tricky to write, and termination clauses can sometimes lead parties into litigation. A recent decision from the Ontario Superior Court of…
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Posted on August 31, 2018

Job Candidate Successfully Argues Discrimination On Basis Of Citizenship

In a landmark decision from the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, a potential employee (the “candidate”) was successful in challenging an employer’s policy of requiring…
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Posted on August 2, 2018

Access To Childcare As A Human Rights Issue

The challenges of finding daycare for children during the summer months is a popular topic of conversation amongst parents with school-aged children. However, for many…
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Posted on July 12, 2018

Court Determines A Signaler Can Perform Other Duties At A job Site

Health and safety regulations are a critical part of any workplace, especially those involving the use of heavy machinery or other dangerous equipment. Ontario’s Construction…
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Posted on June 21, 2018

The Word Of An Employee Against The Word Of An Employer Following An Event Leading To Termination

A breach of contract can lead to the termination of an employee. However, what if the employee says they are not to blame for an…
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Posted on June 14, 2018

Does The Old Saying “If You Don’t Have Something Nice To Say, Don’t Say Anything At All” Apply To References For Former Employees?

It’s common for a potential employer to ask a job candidate for a reference from a previous employer. A candidate can usually be expected to…
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