Wrongful Dismissal Action: Graham Borden v. Ontario Inc. (Tax Mechanic)
Daniel Chodos, a Sr. Partner at Whitten & Lublin, secures 8 months of salary and $20,000 in punitive damages in a wrongful dismissal case for his client, Graham Borden. Mr. …
Employees Accused Of Workplace Misconduct Can Become The Victim. If Accused, Here Are Your Legal Rights
Published By: THE GLOBE AND MAIL Imagine this nightmarish workplace scenario: You are suddenly suspended from your job and told that you are being investigated for allegations of misconduct. You are …
Can I Sue For Being Wrongfully Fired?
An employee will often ask “can I sue for being wrongfully fired”? The answer is yes if your rights have been violated. Employees in Ontario have legal protections against various …
Microsoft’s $14.4 Million Settlement: Case of Leave Discrimination!
Microsoft Corp. has agreed to a $14.4 million settlement following allegations that it discriminated against employees who took protected leave, such as parental or disability leave. The California Civil Rights …
Ontario’s Legal Standpoint on Airline Discrimination
Overview of recent airline discrimination Recent events involving the discriminatory treatment of black passengers on an American Airlines flight have shocked the conscience of the public about racial profiling and …
Facing Alcoholism in the Workplace
Alcohol has long been a staple of workplace culture. From holiday parties to team-building events and business lunches, drinking is often seen as a way to socialize and build connections. …
Parental Rights: Workplace Protections and Challenges
As we commemorate Parents Day on June 1st, a day dedicated to honoring the role of parents in nurturing and shaping individuals and society, it is also a time to …
Age Discrimination in the Modern Workplace
How Can Employers Avoid Age Discrimination in the Workplace? As people live longer and retire later in their lives, age-related issues are becoming more and more salient for employers. Claims …
Can Your Employer Fire You for Using Medical Marijuana?
What were employers concerned about before the legalization of medical marijuana? Before the legalization of medical marijuana, and then again with the legalization of cannabis generally, many employers were concerned …
Fighting Sexual Harassment and Discrimination in Law
Why is Addressing Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Crucial in the Legal Field? The legal world, which is supposed to be fair and just, may have a big problem: many women …