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The Risk of Long-Term Remote Work Arrangements
Can you insist that employees return to the workplace? What if they have moved far away, assuming they would be able to continue working remotely? As is often the case, the answer is “it depends”. But in this scenario, the answer may change as time goes on.
Paid Sick Leave: What You Need to Know
As you may already know by now, Ontario recently introduced paid sick leave for employees in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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.
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…
COVID-19 Pandemic and Travel: What Should Employers Do?
COVID-19 has currently taken over the world, and the world of employment law is no exception.
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?
Body Art and Dress Codes: How Much Say Does an Employer Have?
Are employers allowed to ask employees to cover up visible tattoos while on the job? Generally speaking, employers are entitled to set the rules of the workplace. However, there must always be a balance between personal rights and legitimate business interests.
The Who, What, When, Where & Why of PIPEDA’s Mandatory Security Breach Reporting
Employers would be well-advised to ensure they have written policies and procedures in place to adequately handle privacy breaches.
Highs and Lows: Cannabis Legalization Doesn’t Mean You Can Be High at Work
Employees: do not confuse the change in criminal laws with any change at work; they are two very different concepts and showing up high at work could cost you your job.
