COVID-19 has thrown the world into a state of uncertainty, The pandemic has impacted virtually every aspect of our lives and work, and the Canadian legal system is certainly no exception. How has the virus affected family law, how will this affect you, and how can you face the uncertainty…
With Premier Ford beginning to restart the economy and allow specified businesses to reopen I was delighted to see that my dog would likely get a haircut before I do. I need a haircut badly. I currently look more like a roadie for an 80s glam rock band than a…
One of my favourite bits of humour to come out of the pandemic is a photo of a long line of weary men and women– of every age, shape and size– snaking along a sidewalk and up several steps of a massive building. At the top of the steps stands…
Now that we’re weeks into the pandemic and government-mandated shutdown of all non-essential businesses, we understand both employers and employees may have more questions than ever. When will this end? Will my business survive? What options are available to me? What are my rights and obligations? Am I safe at…
A recent case from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice highlights the dilemma being faced by some separated parents over time sharing of their children in the midst of the current COVID-19 pandemic. Justice Pazaratz, of the Hamilton Superior Court, a very experienced jurist, was faced with an urgent motion…
We’re in unprecedented times. As Canadians are increasingly being asked – and required – to self isolate, people are staying home from work. But what exactly does that look like for employers and employees? Our partner and employment law expert, Melanie Reist, was interviewed by CTV to help educate our…
When you are facing challenging circumstances at work, advice is easy to come by. Friends tell you what they did in a similar (or completely dissimilar!) situation. Family members tell you what they would do. The internet tells you both what you want to hear and the last thing you…
If you think that you get “half” of your spouse’s property when you separate, you are not going to like this article. Many of our first time separated clients come to our offices thinking that property is physically divided and shared half-and-half upon separation. To make matters worse, many think…
Picture this scenario: you walk into your office, ready to start your day. Out of the blue your employer informs you that they have changed your responsibilities, substantially reducing your workload and role. You receive a corresponding reduction in compensation related to the reduced duties. You struggle emotionally; you feel…
When you must leave a job unwillingly, you face a number of concerns — and emotions. It can be a tumultuous time, but assessing your severance package with a clear head is essential. How is severance calculated? What should your employer include? And, critically, what steps should you take if…
