Alex Lucifero

Samfiru Tumarkin LLP

Managing workplace illness during the coronavirus outbreak

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With the coronavirus epidemic making daily news headlines here in Canada in recent weeks, we’ve received lots of questions from both employers and employees on

Can an employee be terminated while on medical leave in Ontario?

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At Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, we assist both employers and employees with all aspects of employment law. A common question we receive from employers in Ottawa

Managing employee performance and discipline

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Managing employee productivity and conduct can be a difficult task for any employer. If you have concerns about your employee’s performance, this guide for disciplinary

The truth about temporary layoffs

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I was recently approached by a concerned employer with an interesting question. His business was facing a slowdown, however, new orders were anticipated by the

Dating in the workplace – Your rights

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Workplace relationships: Impact on employment

Employee or independent contractor: What’s in a name?

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Canadian businesses increasingly use a mix of employees and independent contractors to satisfy their staffing and operational needs. As the dynamics between businesses and workers

Marijuana Legalization – How Should Employers Prepare?

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The soon-to-be legalization of the recreational use of Marijuana will bring a seismic change in the Canadian social and legal landscape and become one of

Seven biggest employment law issues of 2018

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At Samfiru Tumarkin LLP we receive countless questions every day regarding the rules and regulations governing various businesses across Ontario, and the rights of both