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Understanding the New Electronic Monitoring Law
November 1, 2022
This Guide helps employers navigate issues around drafting an Electronic Monitoring Policy and understanding the electronic monitoring law.

Markham Board of Trade Annual Business Excellence Awards November 17, 2022
October 31, 2022
Minken Employment Lawyers was honoured to sponsor the Markham Board of Trade's 32nd Annual Business Excellence Awards as a Decor Sponsor.

Tips for an Effective Mediation
October 26, 2022
A workplace conflict doesn’t necessarily mean you are headed to Court. Most employment disputes can be handled through effective mediation instead.

Canadian HR Reporter: HBC hit with moral, punitive damages after bad-faith treatment of employee
October 7, 2022
Ron Minken & Tanya Sambi | Canadian HR Reporter, October 2022: HBC hit with moral, punitive damages after bad-faith treatment of employee

Termination Clause Invalid Due to Faulty Conflict of Interest and Confidentiality Clauses
October 3, 2022
The wording in other sections of an employment agreement or hiring letter can invalidate a termination clause that is otherwise valid.

What is Constructive Dismissal?
September 28, 2022
Constructive dismissal is when there has been a unilateral and fundamental change to the workplace that is not condoned by the employee.

Minken Employment Lawyers presented “All That Jazz!” Series at Flato Markham Theatre 2022/2023
September 8, 2022
2022/2023 Sponsor: Kurt Elling Quintet, Michael Kaeshammer, Pavlo in Concert – The Santorini Tour, Matt Dusk, John Pizzarelli, Ray on My Mind

What is Workplace Violence and Harassment? – Occupational Health and Safety Act
August 29, 2022
Employers in Ontario have a duty to protect their employees as much as possible from workplace violence and harassment.

“Minken & Associates proved to me that not all law firms are the same.” - Z.B.

“Your expertise in cases such as mine was well worth the investment.” - S.S.

“It is always a pleasure dealing with professional companies and yours sets the bar to new heights.” - A.S.

“You are an excellent ambassador to your profession” - L.P.

“83% improvement in the offer value.” - D.R.

“Thank you all again for the outstanding job!” - S.B.

“I credit Mr. Minken and the help he provided for keeping my employment situation intact.” - A.C.

“…welcoming atmosphere right along with the extremely professional service and guidance...” - M.S.

“Several issues, both monetary and otherwise, were resolved, without dispute, to my satisfaction.” - B.R.

“Increased my severance package by 300%! Fantastic result!” - M.E. Read More…

Markham Board of Trade, Markham
"Ron approached us with a program format to deliver information regarding Bill 168 to our membership. We ran the event and Ron and his team did a great job. They covered the topic well, in an informative manner supported by professionally done slides and handouts. Ron and the team from Minken Employment Lawyers certainly hit the mark. I would certainly recommend Ron to speak at other professional events."
- Richard Cunningham, President and CEO, Markham Board of Trade, Markham

“Mr. Minken, you are an excellent ambassador to your profession.” - L.P.

Law Firm
“Minken has produced favourable results for our firm in every case that they have handled for us. Ron's advice in handling various employment matters has resulted in substantial financial savings to our firm. Minken truly goes the "extra mile" in providing superior service.”

Executive Termination Settlement avoiding Litigation
“Your efforts and expertise have significantly increased the overall value of the settlement provided to me. Your involvement not only increased the monetary value of the settlement but also served to ensure that several other issues, both monetary and otherwise, were resolved, without dispute, to my satisfaction.” - B.R.

Employment Contract Review - Director of Finances
“I would like to thank Mr. Minken for his help in reviewing my employment contract. I found that he was very informative in providing me with his expert knowledge on matters pertaining to my situation and advising me appropriately. I found that he went above and beyond what I expected, and I greatly appreciate his help. I would highly recommend his services to other people and have already done so.” - G.L.

“Ron, I want to thank you for the excellent job that you did as a mediator in our recent case. Your neutral but effective approach assisted with defusing the tension in the litigation and assisted the parties in appraising the case realistically and practically. It is precisely what I want in a mediator - and too seldom experience.” - Howard Levitt, Levitt LLP

International Charity (Non-for-Profit) Organization with Unionized and Non-Unionized employees
Minken Employment Lawyers has assisted Canadian branch with grievances and labour issues, advising us with respect to our Collective Agreement, drafting employment contracts and advising with respect to ensuring the employment contracts will be upheld in Court, advising and strategizing with respect to terminations and exit packages, as well as various policies and practices relating to employee matters both locally and abroad.”