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...