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Fees

We understand the loss of a job can be highly emotional and stressful. Often employers will give you only a short time to review a severance package. We’re here to

Employment & Human Rights Terminating For “Just Cause”

Firing an employee can be a costly process for employers if not handled carefully. In a prior blog post found on our website here, we outline best practices for terminations.

Employment & Human Rights

No one enjoys terminating an employee, especially when there are no concerns or serious allegations. Terminating an employee is a task that should be carried out based on diligence, fairness, and consideration. Basically, a good rule of thumb is to treat the employee about to be terminated how you would like your family member to be treated. This article focuses on the technical procedures associated with termination, rather than the obligations related to severance.‎Read More

Employment & Human Rights

We are often contacted by employees who are members of unions that are looking for assistance to better understand their legal rights or feel that the union is not representing

Employment & Human Rights

While pregnancy, maternity and parental leaves can be disruptive for workplaces, how these are handled can also make or break an employment relationship. Babies are a fact of life and