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“Heat of the Moment” Resignations: Are They Enforceable?

The continued reopening of public and private sector organizations is without doubt a positive and sorely needed step towards economic recovery. While critical, this process will not be without its…

COVID-19: When a Layoff Becomes a Termination

With a myriad of layoff notices having been issued in March, we expect that a significant number of workers will be soon be recalled to their previous roles. We do…

Life after Layoffs Pt. 2: Top 3 Questions for Employees Returning to the Workplace

This post is the second part of a three-part series on employment after layoffs due to COVID-19. You can see the first part of the series here. Last week, the…

Life After Layoffs Pt. 1: Top 3 Rehiring Tips

COVID-19 has dramatically impacted the business environment. While some businesses are doing well as a result of the shifting market demand, the harsh reality is that most businesses are suffering…

Employees Rights When They Are Headhunted

Employers across Canada are under significant pressure to find the right employees to support their businesses. Given the low unemployment rate, employers are finding it hard to secure the talent…

Sultan Lawyers on Dismissal Pt. 6: What Are My Options if I’m Wrongfully Dismissed?

Employers have the right to terminate the employment of their employees for any reason and at any time provided that the employer does not act in an unlawful way in…

Wrongful Dismissal: Allegations of Cause can Have Costly Consequences

Employees are sometimes accused by their employers of misconduct. This then can result in an employer terminating the employee’s employment “for cause”. This can be a serious issue for employees…

Can an Employer Profit From Treating Employees Unfairly?

What will the Supreme Court of Canada say about employers’ good faith obligations to employees and how it applies to circumstances where an employee is forced to leave their employment? …

How Do I Manage an Employer’s Deadline on a Termination Package?

It is not uncommon for an employer, when terminating an employee, to offer to the employee a severance package in exchange for a signed release. The purpose of the release…