Blog & Media Appearances
We are regularly asked for comments on employment issues of the day, and regarding high-profile cases we are involved with.
Below are posts, media appearance and other employment law updates from Swann Law.
Long-Term Employee Wins Severance Case: Employer Fails to Prove Mitigation
June 29, 2024
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
June 25, 2024
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
June 12, 2024
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.
Celebrating Heritage, History, and Future in Asian Heritage Month
June 4, 2024
May is Asian Heritage Month, a time to explore and appreciate the diverse cultures, histories and contributions of Asian communities in Canada.
