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2018 Year in Review: Sex, Drugs and…Termination Clauses?

January 29, 2019
Stuart Rudner and Shaun Bernstein

While 2017 brought about sweeping changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000, 2018...brought about sweeping changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000. While 2017 brought about employer panic and confusion over the legalization of cannabis, 2018... continued to do much the same. For yet another year, we were treated to several judicial assessments of the enforceability of termination clauses, and we continued to see the quantums of human rights and other damages increase. In a sense, everything old is new again.

Don’t Call It A Comeback: What happens when the #metoo accused resurface

September 14, 2018
Shaun Bernstein

This time last year, comedian Louis CK's career was on top of the world. He had several television production deals in the works, his live appearances could sell out practically any venue, and he was beginning to take on dramatic film work as well. Then, as the #metoo movement began to gain steam, CK admitted to the truth of numerous accuser's stories - that he had committed numerous acts of sexual misconduct and indecent exposure. CK's career success came to an instant halt.

How To Help Prevent Workplace Harassment After #MeToo

May 31, 2018
Stuart Rudner

Since the Ghomeshi scandal a few years back, our office has seen the number of sexual harassment cases increase substantially. That number has only risen since Harvey Weinstein and the #MeToo movement that followed it.

Allegations are not fact: Employers fail to investigate at their own peril

February 28, 2018
Stuart Rudner

The #metoo movement should not change employers’ response to allegations of harassment: investigate before penalizing.

Workplace Romance

February 12, 2018
Stuart Rudner

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and we will soon start to see flowers and other tokens of affection popping up in the workplace. This can be a joyful time filled with expressions of love, but it also causes employers to…

Year in Review: The most significant developments in Canadian employment law in 2017

January 15, 2018
Stuart Rudner and Nadia Zaman

We have done our best to identify the developments in 2017 that we think had, or will have, the most significant impact upon Canadian employment law. They are reviewed below, and as usual, we refuse to be limited to a “top 10” format.

Holidays in the Workplace

November 30, 2017
Stuart Rudner

In one of my Canadian HR Law Blog post, I discussed the myriad of issues that can arise in the workplace during the upcoming holiday season. These include discrimination, drinking and driving, harassment, among other concerns. Generally speaking, holidays and…

The same conduct may ground an award of damages for sexual harassment and moral damages

October 31, 2017
Nadia Zaman

Earlier this month, we wrote a blog post on the Weinstein scandal and sexual harassment. In that blog post, Stuart Rudner asserted that after the Weinstein scandal, sexual harassment can no longer be seen as a ‘cost of doing business’.…

After Weinstein scandal, sexual harassment can no longer be seen as ‘cost of doing business’

October 13, 2017
Stuart Rudner

My social media feed has been filled with stories about Harvey Weinstein and the sexual harassment and assault that has apparently been allowed to continue for decades, interspersed with mentions of the recent International Day of the Girl. What an…

So What Happens If We Don’t Comply With Bill 132?

May 15, 2017
Stuart Rudner

As my recent Canadian HR Law blog post outlines, in September of last year, Bill 132 came into force in Ontario. The Bill, formally known as the Sexual Violence And Harassment Action Plan Act, follows substantial legislative changes pursuant to…

rachel cohen

19:02 29 Jun 18

From the moment I stepped into the offices of Rudner Law I felt very at ease. I was warmly greeted by Janise. I than met with Brittany Taylor, one of the Employment Lawyers. I liked Brittany right away. She walked me through the process, explained how she could assist me. Brittany is knowledgeable, compassionate and took every possible step to ensure I got the results I deserved. Rudner Law exceeded my expectations.

Carola Mittag

13:33 14 Aug 18

As always, Stuart Rudner was most helpful when our company, Workplace Safety Group, required assistance for one of our clients recently. We have referred clients in the past and will never hesitate to do so in the future. Rudner Law is our go-to resource in all matters related to Employment Law.

Edward Prutschi

14:46 10 Aug 18

Stuart and the lawyers at Rudner Law have helped many of my clients navigate the complex field of employment law. I often work in close conjunction with Stuart to help find solutions to workplace problems. I have no hesitation in recommending him wholeheartedly.

Moe Doiron

23:08 27 Jun 18

Stuart and the team at Rudner Law were simply outstanding to deal with and provided invaluable guidance and advice throughout the process to reach a very positive settlement. I would highly recommend Stuart to anyone facing a labour issue or settlement negotiation.

Anton Katz

19:23 12 Feb 18

I have known Stuart Rudner for 10 years. During that time, we have developed both a personal and professional friendship. I have referred a number of my best clients to Stuart and they have been universally pleased with his services. Stuart is thorough, prompt and personable. I will continue to refer matters to Stuart and recommend him to others.

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