CityNews: Whole Foods faces backlash over employee poppy ban, reverses course
Whole Foods has reversed course after widespread backlash over its dress code policy which banned employees from wearing poppies. Erica Natividad with the reasoning behind the ban that drew widespread condemnation.
Parents face loss of income if children fall ill returning to school
Stuart Rudner, an employment lawyer from Toronto, says, “[Parents] shouldn’t have to worry about losing their job,” if their kids get sick.
CityNews Toronto: Keeping Canadians paid during the COVID-19 pandemic
Parliament reconvened Saturday to pass the government’s wage subsidy bill. Caryn Ceolin with what it’ll mean for you if you’ve lost your paycheque, and when you could see money flowing if you’re a business.
CityNews: Can you refuse work during a pandemic?
There are no specific rules outlined for essential businesses that are allowed to operate, leaving some workers questioning if they’ll have the right to refuse if appropriate safety measures aren’t in place.
CityNews: What to do if you’ve been laid off due to COVID-19
While the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in many Canadians having been temporarily laid, employment lawyer Stuart Rudner says it’s important to have frank conversations with your employers and pay attention to what’s in your contract.
CityNews Toronto: Uber drivers pushing for unionization
Hundreds of Uber drivers have joined a union in hopes of getting the ride sharing company to address their concerns about safety and working conditions. Stuart is interviewed in this report.
City News: Toronto Star Tragedy Shines Light on Perils of Office Romances
Stuart speaks with City News about a tragic case of workplace romance gone wrong at the Toronto Star newspaper.
CityNews: Will Ghomeshi deal further discourage women from stepping forward?
Stuart appears on CityNews discussing the impact of the Jian Ghomeshi trial on courtrooms and workplaces.
City News: Employment Lawyer to perform independent CBC review of Ghomeshi allegations
Stuart speaks with City News about developments around the Jian Ghomeshi case.