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Am I Entitled to Accommodation Based on my Family Care Obligations?

The COVID-19 pandemic has blurred the lines between work and family more than ever before, making accommodation on the grounds of family status particularly relevant. For example, if you require…

Job Abandonment in Ontario: What You Should Know

As Ontario continues to re-open the economy and businesses increase operations, many employees will be requested to return to the workplace in the near future. However, not every employee may…

Trends in Remote Work and Employment Law

Remote work has transformed from a convenient perk to an imperative aspect of many workplaces. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this shift, prompting companies to adopt remote work policies rapidly. As…

EVERYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT STRESS LEAVE IN ONTARIO

The COVID-19 pandemic has had several negative impacts on many Canadians. Statistics Canada revealed stress levels of Canadians have doubled since the onset of the pandemic, with Canadians experiencing fear…

BREAKING DOWN FIDUCIARY EMPLOYEES, AND THEIR OBLIGATIONS 

Within healthy workplaces, employees are valued and trusted by their employers. However, on top of this base level of trust in employees, there is a legal concept known as a…

Rule 49: Cost Consequences and Offers to Settle During Litigation

Many individuals pursuing litigation against their former employers for wrongful dismissal or other employment-related issues are not aware of the potential cost consequences relating to offers to settle that may…

What is a Wrongful Dismissal?

Wrongful dismissal occurs when an employer terminates an employee without providing them with advanced notice of termination or appropriate pay in lieu of notice. It’s important to note that determining…

Key Employment Law Changes in 2023

As 2023 comes to an end and the new year approaches, we look back at some of the key employment law changes in Ontario and discuss some potential new changes…

Prioritizing Mental Health in The Workplace

While the awareness of mental health in the workplace appears to be growing each year, many employees still battle with their mental well-being. Approximately one in three Canadian workers take…