Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act: How the Integrated Accessibility Standards Will Affect You – Jessica Young

How do you know when an employee has quit her job? It may seem like a simple question, but the…

The Ontario Superior Court recently awarded an employee on leave due to disability, damages representing the salary he would have…

Allison Taylor discusses progressive discipline and termination for employee misconduct.

Many employers include termination clauses in employment contracts to limit their liability when dismissing employees. When employers draft generous termination…

Jeff Murray discusses a recent landmark contract decision from the Supreme Court of Canada

In a decision by a rare, five-judge panel, the Ontario Court of Appeal (ONCA) ruled that a specific notice provision…

Don’t Forget to Consider “Consideration” – Jeremy Schwartz

Jessica Young explains the inherent risks associated with “encouraging” employees to retire.

Jeremy Schwartz compares the results of two termination grievances arising out of racist and misogynistic tweets.

In 2020, employers were faced with unprecedented legal challenges brought on by the pandemic. Meanwhile, the courts and tribunals issued…

The Ontario Superior Court recently allowed an employee to proceed with claims against his former employer regarding long-term disability insurance,…

By: Landon Young and Jessica Young   Non-unionized employees are entitled to “reasonable notice” of termination under the common law, or…

The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has ruled that representative plaintiff Cindy Fulakwa can proceed with her class action against…

By: Landon Young and Jessica Young “Change or die” has become a truism in business today.  Employers must be able…

Many employers find it necessary to assess new employees’ performance on the job before making a final determination about whether…