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Terminating an Employee After Medical Leave in Ontario

In Ontario, employers have broad discretion to manage their workforce. However, that discretion is not unlimited. When an employee has a disability (or is… Read More

R. Mark Fletcher recognized in Lexpert’s Leading 500 Cross-Border Lawyers Directory

R. “Mark” Fletcher, Partner, Grossman Gale Fletcher Hopkins LLP, has been named one of Canada’s 2026 Leading Legal Practitioners in the prestigious… Read More

Secret Ballots and Card-Based Certification: Understanding the Rules in Ontario

For employers in Ontario, understanding the union certification process is crucial, particularly in light of recent legislative changes that affect how workers form… Read More

The December Disconnect: Ten Legal Landmines Hiding in the Holiday Season

The final month of the year is often viewed through a lens of celebration and closure. For Ontario employers and human resources professionals, however, December… Read More

When Can an Employer Ask for a Sick Note in Ontario?

Navigating employee illness in the workplace has always required a balance between respecting privacy and ensuring business continuity. One of the most common questions arising… Read More

Collective Bargaining 101: A Guide for Ontario Employers Entering First-Time Negotiations

For many Ontario employers, the prospect of entering into collective bargaining for the first time can feel like navigating uncharted waters. Whether the… Read More

Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins LLP Named in 2026 Best Law Firms™ – Canada List

Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins LLP is honoured to be named among Canada’s leading law firms in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms™ – Canada. Read More

Two Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins LLP Partners Named to 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™

Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins LLP is proud to share that two of its partners have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers… Read More

Discrimination in Employment on the Basis of Disability in Ontario

Every individual in Canada is entitled to equal treatment and protection from discrimination in all facets of life. In Ontario, this protection is guaranteed by… Read More