Recognizing and Navigating a Toxic Workplace
Bullying, harassment, unreasonable workloads and chronic stress are all hallmarks of a toxic workplace.
Welcoming Lucinda Bendu!
Swann Law is delighted to welcome Lucinda Bendu as an Associate Lawyer.
HRTO Awards $20,000 for Age Discrimination to Fired Water Taxi Driver
The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO) has awarded a fired water taxi driver $20,000 in damages for age discrimination after the company told him it was “going with younger people now.”
Happy Canada Day!
Happy Canada Day from Swann Law!
Long-Term Employee Wins Severance Case: Employer Fails to Prove Mitigation
A court victory for an office worker fired after 35 years of service is a classic example of the difficulty employers will face proving a failure to mitigate in cases involving very long-term employees.
Understanding Workplace Harassment: Key Steps to Protect Yourself
Nearly half (47%) of women and almost one-third (31%) of men report experiencing harassment or sexual assault in the workplace, according to Statistics Canada.
New Ruling on Employment Agreements
In Dufault v. The Corporation of the Township of Ignace, 2024 ONSC 1029, an Ontario Superior Court Justice found a novel way to invalidate a termination clause, leaving an employer liable for two years’ wages to a former employee.
Celebrate Pride!
Happy Pride Month!
Celebrating Heritage, History, and Future in Asian Heritage Month
May is Asian Heritage Month, a time to explore and appreciate the diverse cultures, histories and contributions of Asian communities in Canada.
Celebrating Three Years of Excellence: Swann Law’s Journey in Employment Law
In May, Swann Law marked its third anniversary, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the journey we’ve had so far.
