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Excessive Demand for Particulars and Improper Conduct by Counsel Can Be Grounds for Elevated Costs

June 11, 2024

In the recent case of Certified Equipment Sales v. I., 2024 ONSC 2948, Justice Verner addressed a motion for particulars related to the Defendant/Responding Party’s […]

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Federal Court affirms Employment Insurance Commission’s decision to disentitle EI benefits

May 14, 2024

In the complex realm of administrative law, the recent ruling by the Federal Court sheds light on the intricacies of employment insurance (EI) entitlements. Mr.

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Court of Appeal upholds standard: Establishing link between employment, workplace injuries

May 3, 2024

The plaintiff ceased working in 2002 due to the deterioration of his vision in the course of his employment as a butcher; he was exposed

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Legal Working Age in Ontario

February 16, 2024

The legal working age in Ontario is defined by the Occupational Health and Safety Act (”OHSA”). It outlines different minimum ages for different industries and

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Retirement Age Ontario

February 10, 2024

There is no set retirement age in Ontario. This allows most employees, with specific exceptions, to continue working as long as they choose.  This freedom

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Alberta Court Affirms Crucial Role Of Clarity In Employer Policies, Employee Resignation

February 5, 2024

In the case of Stonham v. Recycling Worx Inc. [2023] A.J. No. 1149, the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta reiterated the significance of clear

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4 Day Work Week Ontario

January 30, 2024

In December 2022, the Four-Day Work Week Act, otherwise known as Bill 55, passed its first reading. The preamble of the Four-Day Work Week Act

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Discrimination In The Workplace: What Happens If My Employer Is Found Guilty of Discrimination?

January 23, 2024

If an employer is found guilty of discrimination, there are many different remedies which may be awarded to the person who received the discrimination. They

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Snow Day Ontario: Am I Expected To Attend Work If There Is An Extreme Snow Day?

January 3, 2024

It would be great if the law had a snow day provision for adults. Unfortunately, that’s not the case in Ontario. Suppose snow prevents you

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Social Media and Employees: Can My Social Media Posts Affect My Employment?

December 14, 2023

Employment Lawyer Walter Yoo explains: Employees often believe that their private social media accounts have no connection to the workplace, especially when the posts on

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Global Award vs. Aggravated Punitive Damage

December 11, 2023

In Café La Foret Ltd. v. C., 2023 BCCA 354, the British Columbia Court of Appeal addresses whether a global award may be made for

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Employment Law Guidelines For Workplace Events Or Parties

December 5, 2023

Employment Lawyer Miguel Mangalindan speaks about holiday events and some employment law tips regarding holiday parties: What role does employment law have in workplace social

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Bonuses: Do I Need To Be Actively Employed When Bonuses Are Paid Out?

December 1, 2023

Employment Lawyer Samantha Lucifora explains: If your employer is attempting to rely on an active employment clause to suggest that you should not get your

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Employment Law Ontario: Know Your Rights & Get Legal Help

November 24, 2023

Employment law in Ontario governs the relationship between employers and employees in non-unionized workplaces. It sets minimum standards for wages, hours, vacation, public holidays, termination

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Monkhouse Law Employment Lawyers wins case showing scales of justice

Class Action Legal Fees

November 17, 2023

Alexandra Monkhouse, Employment Lawyer, explains: Who pays legal fees in a class action lawsuit?  Generally, no money is paid up front for a class action

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Leave of Absence Ontario

November 13, 2023

Employees are entitled to a leave of absence in Ontario. The types of leave of absence available for employees is outlined in Ontario’s Employment Standards

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Termination Pay Ontario

November 7, 2023

If you have been terminated in Ontario, you have rights and entitlements upon termination. Employers must provide a notice of termination or payment in lieu

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Ontario Break Laws

November 2, 2023

In Ontario, what type of break period am I entitled to at work? Walter Yoo, Employment Lawyer at Monkhouse Law explains break periods in Ontario:

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Employment Law Advice For Employers

October 26, 2023

Andrew Monkhouse, Employment Lawyer, gives employment law advice for employers. Here are 3 tips for employers: 1. Change Management: This is making sure that people

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Mass Layoffs – Know Your Rights If Your Company Announces a Mass Layoff

October 19, 2023

What if I am part of a mass layoff and my company files for bankruptcy? One concern with mass terminations is the potential for a

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Superior Court Determines That a Failure To Accept An Offer Of Re-Employment By An Acquiring Company Is Not a Failure To Mitigate

October 10, 2023

In the case of LG Electronics Canada Inc., 2023 ONSC 5476 (CanLII), a 49-year-old warehouse worker with over 13 years of service did not fail

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Class Action Upheld as Preferred Procedure in Pension Plan Dispute Resolution

October 4, 2023

In the case of Brewers Retail Inc. v. Campbell 2023 ONCA 534, the Ontario Court of Appeal dismissed an appeal from the Financial Services Regulatory

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Dad with baby showing Ontario paternity leave

Ontario Paternity Leave – Know Your Rights

September 26, 2023

In Ontario, parents are able to take a job-protected leave of absence from their employment following the birth of their child. This is also referred

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Employers Settling Claims Out of Court

September 21, 2023

Will Employers Settle Claims Out Of Court? Oftentimes, employers will decide that it’s more economical and a better option to settle matters out of court

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