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  • 3 Things You Need to Know About Mental Health at Work

    January 7, 2020

    According to the Canadian Mental Health Association about 50% of the population will experience a mental health issue by age 40 and in any given year.

  • McGuinty v. 1845035 Ontario Inc. (McGuinty Funeral Home): Fixed-Term Employment Contract in the Spotlight

    December 17, 2019

    The Ontario Superior Court of Justice held that a constructively dismissed employee was entitled to the compensation he would have received.

  • Holiday Parties: Employee Festivities or Employer Liabilities?

    December 9, 2019

    Holiday parties can be a great way for employers to show appreciation for a year of hard work, but they can come with some potential liabilities.

  • Nagpal v. IBM Canada Ltd.: Ontario court emphasizes that resignation must be “clear and unequivocal”

    November 27, 2019

    The Ontario Superior Court considered if an employee’s failure to return to work after disability benefits were denied amounted to a resignation.

  • Ten Ways to Manage Multiple Vacation Requests During the Holidays

    November 18, 2019

    The holidays are a time that can prove problematic for employers who are sure to get multiple requests for vacation around this time of year.

  • Markham Board of Trade Logo

    Markham Board of Trade Annual Business Excellence Awards November 28, 2019

    November 4, 2019

    Minken Employment Lawyers proudly sponsored the Markham Board of Trade at its 29th Annual Business Excellence Awards.

  • Richmond Hill Board of Trade

    Richmond Hill Board of Trade: Women in Business November 22, 2019

    November 4, 2019

    Sara Kauder discussed "Navigating Cultural Diversity in the 21st Century Workplace" at the Richmond Hill Board of Trade networking event.

  • Osgoode Hall Court of Appeal

    Bill 177 Amends Occupational Health and Safety Act to Increase Fines

    October 21, 2019

    Bill 177, the Stronger, Fairer Ontario Act (Budget Measures), 2017, overhauled the Occupational Health and Safety Act’s sentencing regime.

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 “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.

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  • Life with a Baby
    “Sara provided an informative and educational presentation for our attendees. The moms who were on maternity leave gained lots of valuable information on employment issues when they return to work. Sara was engaging and professional despite lots of crying babies in the audience. We would love to have Sara speak for us again!”
    - Winnie Ng, Special Events and Design Manager

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“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 

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Severance Package Review
“Sara was amazing! She was so professional and personable. She was great in going through my severance package and explained each point in the most understandable manner. I left having a peace of mind that I had a great package and that she was there to support me if I had any further questions. My highest recommendation…” 
- C.E. 

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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.” 

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