Holiday Party Liability
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” [cue sappy music]. The holiday season is upon us and so is the possible holiday party liability. Soon, all of your employees …
When Are Defined Severance Terms Unfair?
DANIEL LUBLIN SPECIAL TO THE GLOBE AND MAIL It is hard to win a game when you start with a disadvantage. Yet when signing employment contracts, employees constantly set themselves …
Changes To The Canada Labour Code 2019 – Breaks, Overtime, & Vacation Entitlements
The Canada Labour Code 2019 (CLC) only applied to federally regulated places of employment, which covers the minority of employees within the provinces. Federally regulated workplaces include transportation, banks, telecommunications, …
Time Off to Vote – Employee Rights Under Ontario Laws
Upcoming Federal Elections 2019 The 42nd Parliament is now dissolved and the 2019 Canadian federal election is fast approaching with polls opening October 21, 2019 from 9:00 am to 9:30 …
How Much Can You Sue For Wrongful Dismissal in Ontario?
Before you sue for wrongful dismissal, make sure you understand your rights and also the legal terminology behind your claim. A wrongful dismissal results when an employer terminates an employee …
Can a company reduce your salary in Ontario?
An employer cannot unilaterally change a fundamental term of employment without being at risk of a constructive dismissal claim. As this relates to salary, an employee’s pay is undoubtedly a …
Daniel Lublin – Be Wary of Signing a Hiring Agreement
DANIEL LUBLIN, Partner at Whitten & Lublin, Employment & Labour Lawyers SPECIAL TO THE GLOBE AND MAIL Today, companies routinely require employees to sign a hiring agreement that attempts to …
Contractors found to be Dependent and Awarded 24 Month Notice Pay
Under the law, independent contractors are not covered under employment law as they are not bound to a particular employer. Rather, they are seen as more powerful than dependent contractors …
My Business is Suffering: Can I Change Employee Compensation Schemes in an Attempt to Save the Business?
Employee compensation is one of the most fundamental aspects of an employment contract. In most cases, a fundamental change in an employment contract would result in damages if litigated by …
6 Things to Know About Non-Competition Clause
The non-competition clause, otherwise known as a ‘Non-Compete’, is typically an agreement between an employee and employer that prevents the employee from participating in a business that competes with the …