Author Archives: Written on behalf of GGFH LLP

Ontario’s New Employment Laws Target Mass Termination, Increased Fines, and More

On October 26, 2023, the Working for Workers Act, 2023 received Royal Assent in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. This bill introduces… Read More

Employer’s Failure to Accommodate Employee’s Disability Results in Constructive Dismissal Claim

Ensuring all employees‘ rights and well-being, including those with disabilities, is paramount in any workplace. Employers nationwide have a legal duty to accommodate… Read More

Navigating the Complexities of Reprisal in the Workplace

  In the bustling landscape of Ontario’s job market, employees face a multitude of challenges. From meeting deadlines to juggling a work-life balance, the… Read More

Temporary Help Agencies and Licensing: Employment Standards Act Changes at a Glance

Beginning on January 1, 2024, the Ontario Government will require temporary help agencies to obtain licensing through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills… Read More

Employer’s Conduct on Termination Forms Basis for Punitive Damages Award

Employment relationships can be challenging to navigate, particularly when there are power imbalances and disputes between the parties. Therefore, it is essential for both… Read More

Two Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins LLP Partners Named to 2024 Best Lawyers™ List

Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins LLP is pleased to announce that two of its lawyers, William R. Gale and R. Mark Fletcher, have been named to… Read More

Court Awards Over $130,000 in Unpaid Wages in Family Business Dispute

Employment contracts provide the foundation for the relationship between employees and employers. Even in a small family business, having a clear… Read More

Employee Entitled to Notice From Successor Employer Following Asset Purchase

When a company changes hands, the purchaser may complete an asset or share purchase. The difference between these two sales is the continuity or interruption… Read More

Just Cause in the Employment Context: The Case of the Disappearing Website

We recently examined the application of discipline for just cause in the context of unionized employees. So how does the situation differ for… Read More