Further Amendments to the ESA: Timer Still Paused on Layoffs
On September 3, 2020, the Ontario government announced that it was extending the protections it introduced in June through Ontario Regulation 228/20 until January 2, 2021.
Mandatory Masks: Guide to Navigating the New Bylaws
Municipalities across Ontario are enacting new bylaws regarding the use of masks in public locations. However, these new rules provide little guidance for business owners on how to regulate and enforce mask usage in their establishments.
Are Uber drivers “employees”?
A landmark decision by the Supreme Court of Canada has created hope for gig workers across the country as it allowed a class action to proceed seeking confirmation that Uber drivers are actually employees.
A COVID-19 Update from Rudner Law: Layoffs and Wage Cuts
At the end of the day, we know that everyone’s health is the number one priority, but we also want to make sure that people do not compromise their legal rights. We know that many of our clients are struggling. Whatever decisions they make, we want them to be informed decisions.
COVID-19: Federal and Provincial Resources
A list of federal and provincial resources such as Employment Standards and information on wages, leaves/layoffs, and more, to help guide you through the COVID-19 crisis.
Information on the Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) Program
Information on the Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) Program
COVID-19 Pandemic: Information for Dentists and Dental Practices
The purpose of this post is to try to address some of the main questions and concerns you may have as an employer in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Pandemic: Frequently Asked Employment Law Questions
UPDATED: March 20, 2020 UPDATED: April 6, 2020 Last week we provided some practical recommendations to employers who are dealing with employees returning from travel in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. In this post, we will be taking a…
Can your employer change your benefits package without notice or consideration?
Imagine that you have a great benefits package with your employer. Suddenly, your employer announced that they are changing your benefits package; can your employer do this without notice or consideration?
Employer Obligations on Election Day: You Don’t Get to Decide
As we approach an election, it's important that employers understand their obligations and employees understand their rights for voting.
