Mishandling a Layoff Can Be a Costly Mistake for Employers
Special to The Globe and Mail Eyebrows were raised recently when Elon Musk issued an ultimatum to Twitter employees that they either commit to working long hours at high intensity …
Impact of Inflation on Compensation and Benefits
Record inflation in Canada has left all Canadians feeling the impact of the increased cost of groceries, gas, basic household necessities and more. In 2022, inflation reached a three-decade high, …
What is the Difference Between Termination Pay and Severance Pay?
As an employee, if you are terminated without cause, you are owed termination pay and maybe owed severance pay, pursuant to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”). Oftentimes, termination pay …
Is it Acceptable to Dismiss a Worker Remotely?
Prior to COVID-19, most workplace lawyers would recommend that an in-person termination meeting was the best form. Although there is no statute or law that requires that termination be conducted …