Federal Budget 2025: Key Changes Impacting Employers
The federal government’s 2025 Budget introduces major reforms aimed at strengthening worker protections and increasing employer accountability. Two measures...
Employee Misclassification in Ontario
For Ontario employers, classifying workers correctly is critical. Misclassifying employees as independent contractors can lead to significant financial, legal, and...
What Medical Information Can Employers Request?
Medical information in the workplace is a sensitive subject. Employees often worry about their privacy, while employers must balance the...
Wrongful Dismissal Litigation and How to Avoid It
In Ontario, wrongful dismissal claims are among the most common employment law disputes. Employers can face significant financial and reputational...
Just Cause and With Cause Termination in Ontario
In Ontario, both just cause termination and with cause termination allow an employer to end the employment relationship
11 Things Your Boss Can’t Legally Do (in Ontario)
As the ‘boss’, employers may incorrectly believe they have complete control over the employment relationship between themselves and their employees. ...
10 Things Your Boss Can’t Legally Do (in BC)
Many employees in British Columbia are unsure about their workplace rights. Can your boss take money from your paycheque? Can...
Best Practices for Hiring and Onboarding Employees in Ontario
Hiring and onboarding new employees is more than just a paperwork exercise; it’s a legal and strategic process that...
Choosing the Right Small Business Lawyer
When operating a small business in Ontario, every decision carries legal and financial consequences. Whether it’s drafting employment contracts,...
Employment Agreements: 10 Clauses BC Courts Strike Down Most Often
Employment agreements are the foundation of the employer-employee relationship. They define rights, responsibilities, and expectations, and they can significantly affect...
OLB Clarifies Constructive Dismissal and Harassment Claims
In a recent decision, the Ontario Labour Relations Board dismissed a constructive dismissal application brought by a former supervisor at...
Involuntary vs Voluntary Resignations
Voluntary and involuntary resignations are not the same. These legal concepts may make a big difference when it comes...