Charles Morrison, one of the founding partners of Morrison Reist Krauss LLP, may be retiring, but his impact will continue. After 44 years of legal practice, we would be remiss not to mark this moment and celebrate Charles’ contribution to our firm and to the practice of Family Law in…

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…

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…

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…

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…

It’s that time of year again! Holiday parties can be a wonderful way to celebrate, build relationships and morale, and relax a bit in the midst of a hectic season. They can also be a hotbed for HR complaints and incidents. We don’t want to spoil the fun! But we…

An estimated 20% of the Canadian population experiences mental health or addiction problems in any given year. These issues cut across age, income, race, gender, and cultural lines: no one is immune. While there is still stigma surrounding mental health and addiction issues, the reality is that these are very…

Finding yourself released from a job can be a shock, and it can leave you with a great deal of uncertainty. Severance packages protect the legal interests of your employer; they also give you a level of protection while you take the next steps in your career and life. But…