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Unenforceable Equity Forfeiture Clauses and Bonus on Termination: Lessons for Employers from Khatib v. GoEasy
An employer wrote forfeiture language into its stock and bonus plans, then relied on it when it dismissed a senior...
Cressey Construction v. Parolin: BC Court of Appeal Confirms Return-to-Office Order Was Constructive Dismissal
Return-to-office mandates are now one of the sharpest sources of legal risk for employers, and the BC Court of Appeal...
Equity Disputes and Employment Arbitration Clauses: Lessons for Employers from Friel v. HUB International
A senior employee spent nearly a decade earning equity in his employer's corporate group. One day after his share options...
How to Request a Workplace Accommodation in British Columbia
Employees in British Columbia have the right to request workplace accommodations when a job requirement conflicts with a protected human...
Age Discrimination at Work in British Columbia
Age discrimination is one of the most common and misunderstood workplace issues in British Columbia. Many employees do not realize...
LMIA Compliance in Canada: Employer Penalties, Inspections, and Costly Mistakes
Hiring foreign workers through the Labour Market Impact Assessment process comes with strict legal obligations, and the consequences of getting...
Severance Pay BC: Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands
If you have been let go in British Columbia, one of the first questions is: how much severance pay should...
Common Law Severance in Ontario: What It Is and How Much You May Be Owed
Common law severance in Ontario is the compensation employees may be entitled to when their employment is terminated without cause,...
11 Things Your Boss Can’t Legally Do in Ontario
As the boss, employers sometimes assume they have complete control over the employment relationship. They do not. While an employer...
Can I Get EI If I Quit My Job?
One of the most common questions employees ask before resigning is whether they can still collect Employment Insurance. The short...
Bardal Factors Explained: How Courts Calculate Severance in Ontario
When you are dismissed without cause in Ontario, your employer must provide reasonable notice or pay in lieu. The Employment...
Lump Sum vs. Salary Continuation in Ontario: Which Severance Option Is Better?
When you are terminated without cause in Ontario, your employer will usually offer severance in one of two forms: a...