Before You Sign A Non-Compete Agreement...
Often to a new employee, an employment contracts is similar to a pre-nuptial agreement. Everything looks rosy and you can not imagine a...
Fired? Call Your Lawyer, Quickly!
A recent Ontario Superior Court case illustrates why one should not wait to seek legal advice especially in situations of wrongful...
Does An Employer Have The Right To Cancel A Paid Break?
Tim Hortons is in the spotlight and the hot-seat following the recent change to Ontario's minimum wage. It seems that certain Tim...
2 Considerations If Terminating An Older, Long-Term Employee
One of the more difficult decision faced by an employer is how much notice to provide to an employee after a longer period of employment....
Improper Allegations Of Just Cause May Result In Punitive Damages
An Ontario Small Claims Court decision illustrates the danger of an employer improperly alleging just cause as a reason for dismissing an...
When Is A Harsh Employment Reference Defamatory?
Sometimes employment references are glowing and ensure the candidate is hired. Other references can do just the opposite and prevent...
Is An Ontario Employee Entitled to Bereavement Leave?
Is an employee entitled to bereavement leave in Ontario? What happens if a family member has not died but is very ill, can the employee...
Is A Bad Employment Reference Defamation?
One of the worries of both former employer and former employee is what kind of reference is associated with the employment. The employee...
Adding Insult To Injury Results In Punitive Damages For Wrongful Dismissal
Be careful what you say. Tell the truth. Perhaps your parents were on to something with those platitudes. A recent Ontario Small...
2 Tips to Prevent Employees From Harassment on Employer's Social Media Accounts
Social media has become incredibly important to businesses and its importance continues to grow. It allows a business or organization to...