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IS THERE A “RIGHT TIME” FOR YOUTH TO JOIN THE WORKFORCE?

As the workforce continually adapts to new generations of workers entering and leaving, many traditions that were seen as norms in the past are no longer the norms we see…

BEING TRANSPARENT, ABOUT PAY TRANSPARENCY

Pay transparency is often viewed as a “taboo” topic of conversation. Employees can veer away from the subject, simply due to a fear of being judged for what they earn.…

Are Commissioned Employees Entitled To Overtime Pay?

Discussions surrounding the topic of commission can frequently cause confusion amongst employees. While an employee may understand that they receive a commission, it may remain unclear as to how their…

Tips to Strengthen Your Workplace Policies

As an employer, it is critical to consistently review your workplace policies to ensure that they are up to date and in accordance with relevant legislation that governs human rights,…

FILING A WORKPLACE COMPLAINT

According to the Ontario Health and Safety Act (“OHSA“), employers have a duty to maintain a healthy and safe workplace for their employees. As part of this duty, employers must…

Further Compensation at Termination

Many employees are deterred from requesting additional compensation from employers upon termination.  This is largely because employees assume that they can only secure damages after a drawn-out period of expensive…

Pregnancy & Parental Leave, Pt. 4: Commonly Asked Questions

This blog is the final installment of a four-part series by Sultan Lawyers focused on employment issues specific to pregnancy and parental leave in Ontario. To view the previous installments,…

Employment Law Essentials Pt. 1: Choosing an Employment Lawyer

Many people’s first interaction with the legal system comes when they experience problems related to their workplace (workplace harassment, wrongful dismissal, issues with human rights, or bonus pay & stock…

Employment Law in 2020: The Road Ahead

As we discussed in a blog posted earlier this week, 2019 saw significant employment issues debated in court. The new year will bring even more interesting decisions that will impact…