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Not Every Breach of Contract is Cause for Dismissal

April 25, 2019
Stuart Rudner and Anique Dublin

Not every breach of an employment contract permits an employer to terminate the contract and dismiss the employee without notice. That is particularly true where the breach relates, effectively, to performance.

March 11, 2019
Shaun Bernstein

It’s now 2019, and while Me Too is part of our vocabulary now, you may not hear it every day. But that doesn’t mean that it isn’t still making news.

Thanks But No Thanks: Can Employees of the Vendor Company Reject an Offer of Employment from a Purchaser?

October 1, 2018
Brittany Taylor

There is a reason that corporate lawyers often ask for input from their employment law colleagues when a business is in the process of being sold. The issue of what happens to employees upon the sale of a company can be highly complex and depends on the nature of the sale.

Police Record Checks – New Law on Background Checks

August 23, 2018
Anique Dublin and Stuart Rudner

On November 1, 2018, the process for conducting police record checks will change dramatically. On that date, the Police Record Checks Reform Act (the “Act”) comes into effect in Ontario, and it will impact how employers conduct police record checks…

Sale of Business and the Effect on Employees

August 9, 2018
Stuart Rudner

If a business is sold and the new owner keeps the employees, have they entered into a new contract of employment? This is a question that we are asked all the time and the answer, as it often is, is that “it depends”. The primary factor in the analysis will be the nature of the sale; was it a share purchase or an asset purchase.

You Received Your Job Offer – Now What?

August 7, 2018
Nadia Zaman

You have submitted your job application. Gone through the interview process. Waited eagerly to hear back from your potential employer. And now, you have finally received your job offer! Surely, you must be ecstatic, especially if it’s a job you really want. It will be very easy to simply accept the offer and move on with your life.So, now what?

The Greater Benefit Prevails: USW, Local 2020 and Bristol Machine Works Ltd. (Bristol Machine)

July 9, 2018
Brittany Taylor

In Ontario, the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”) governs an employee’s rights and entitlements across many areas of the employment relationship, from minimum wage to maximum hours of work and all the way to an employee’s entitlements to notice,…

Bonus Payments During the Notice Period: Yay or Nay? The Court of Appeal Provides Clarity

June 7, 2018
Brittany Taylor

Earlier this year, we took an in depth look at the decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Singer v Nordstrong Equipment Limited. In a decision that surprised many, Justice Diamond held that while it was clear that…

What’s in a Name? Exploring the Different Kinds of “Severance”

February 5, 2018
Brittany Taylor

“Severance” is a word that is thrown around quite haphazardly by employees and employers alike. Have you ever heard someone refer to a package offered to a departing employee as a “severance package”? Or perhaps you know a friend or…

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.

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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.

Not Every Breach of Contract is Cause for Dismissal

Hollywood in the Aftermath of the #MeToo Movement

Thanks But No Thanks: Can Employees of the Vendor Company Reject an Offer of Employment from a Purchaser?

Police Record Checks – New Law on Background Checks

Sale of Business and the Effect on Employees

You Received Your Job Offer – Now What?

The Greater Benefit Prevails: USW, Local 2020 and Bristol Machine Works Ltd. (Bristol Machine)

Bonus Payments During the Notice Period: Yay or Nay? The Court of Appeal Provides Clarity

What’s in a Name? Exploring the Different Kinds of “Severance”

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

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