When can an employer ask for an independent medical examination?
The Ontario Court of Appeal has confirmed that in certain circumstances, it is reasonable for an employer to demand an…
The same conduct may ground an award of damages for sexual harassment and moral damages
Earlier this month, we wrote a blog post on the Weinstein scandal and sexual harassment. In that blog post, Stuart…
If It Looks Like a Duck, Quacks Like a Duck…
Just because you call yourself a contractor, or you treat your worker as one, does not make it so. As…
Will a termination clause be enforceable or will it be thrown out by the courts?
Farah v EODC Inc. Will a termination clause be enforceable or will it be thrown out by the courts? Some…
After Weinstein scandal, sexual harassment can no longer be seen as ‘cost of doing business’
My social media feed has been filled with stories about Harvey Weinstein and the sexual harassment and assault that has…
How old is too old (to be a pilot)?
The Canadian Human Rights Tribunal is holding a new hearing into whether Air Canada discriminated against pilots by forcing them…
The fork in the road: after-acquired cause for dismissal
In Canada, employers can dismiss employees in one of two ways: with cause or without cause. If an employer dismisses…
A look at discipline and dismissal
An individual’s response when confronted with allegations of misconduct is a critical factor On Saturday, Jews around the world observed…
Don’t Make Assumptions About Employer Rights
Unfortunately, we are often consulted by employers that entirely misunderstand the nature of the employment relationship and assume that they…
Giving Notice
There are more than a few things to consider before walking out the door Perhaps you once enjoyed your job,…
“I Saw the Sign” – How to Know Your Job is in Danger
At Rudner Law, we meet with many people shortly after they have lost their jobs. Some are in shock, while…
Frustration of Contract
In one of my First Reference Talks blog post, I discuss a topic that continues to “frustrate” employers as we…
