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The Mistake of Terminating Employment at Christmas Time

by Zubas Flett Liberatore Law LLP | Dec 18, 2024 | Bardal Factors, Duty of Good Faith, Employment Standards Act, Termination of Employment, U.S. Based Employers

Being a Scrooge can increase legal liability for employers – don’t be a bah humbug For Canadian employers – or American companies or organizations operating north of the border – terminating employees is always a delicate process, but doing so during the...

A Restrictive Legal Environment for Restrictive Covenants

by Zubas Flett Liberatore Law LLP | Nov 25, 2024 | Non-Solicitation, Restrictive Covenants, U.S. Based Employers

During the course of an employee’s tenure with a company, they usually gain certain skills and knowledge that makes them more valuable to the company. However, this also means that they’re valuable to other employers, increasing the risk of losing them. Employers can...

Probationary Periods and Employment Standards

by Zubas Flett Liberatore Law LLP | Nov 18, 2024 | Employment Standards Act, Probationary Periods, U.S. Based Employers

Practice makes perfect? For employees in Canada, they might have to practice their job before becoming permanent – but only if the employer handles it properly. In Canada, it’s a common practice for employees to start their employment with a probationary period...

Entitlement to Bonus at Termination

by Zubas Flett Liberatore Law LLP | Nov 11, 2024 | Bonus, Notice Period, Termination without cause, U.S. Based Employers

Bonuses are a great way to attract top talent and keep them by rewarding and recognizing not only their contributions to the organization, but their decision to stay with the organization. However, sometimes bonuses are owed to employees even when they don’t stay....

Effect of Inducement on Reasonable Notice Period

by Zubas Flett Liberatore Law LLP | Nov 4, 2024 | Notice Period, U.S. Based Employers

We’re all familiar with the idea of corporate headhunters – businesses and consultants dedicated to scouting and hunting for top talent to work for companies who hire these consultants just for that purpose. But whether they hire a third-party provider or handle...

Duty to Investigate Complaints

by Zubas Flett Liberatore Law LLP | Oct 28, 2024 | Investigations, U.S. Based Employers

For US employers opening up for business in Canada, the legal obligations they have towards employees may seem daunting to figure out. There are many things to consider, but a common theme through much of it is the aim of protecting workers. And that means employers...
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