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WSIB Violates Human Rights Code
November 13, 2017
The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario recently decided that the Ontario Workplace Safety and Insurance Board failed to accommodate the needs of an inju Read More...

Chronic and Traumatic Mental Stress Added to WSIB Coverage
October 25, 2017
The most noteworthy amendment is that, as of January 1, 2018, a worker will be entitled to benefits under the WSIA for “chronic or traumatic mental Read More...

Markham Board of Trade Business Excellence Awards Gala November 9, 2017
October 23, 2017
Minken Employment Lawyers was proud to be a sponsor of Markham Board of Trade’s 27th Annual Business Excellence Awards Gala.

Fiduciary Employees – Can You Poach?
October 23, 2017
In the recent Ontario Superior Court of Justice decision Cosolo v. Geo. A. Kelson Ltd., 2017 ONSC 4150 the Court outlines the responsibilities of a de Read More...

Employee Entitled to Reasonable Notice – Even Before Starting Work!
October 17, 2017
In Buchanan v. Introjunction Ltd. (c.o.b. Otherly), an employee whose employment contract was terminated prior to starting work was entitled to 6 week Read More...

SCC Rules Termination Due to Drug Policy Not Discriminatory
October 10, 2017
In Stewart v. Elk Valley Coal Corp., the Supreme Court of Canada found that the company’s drug policy did not discriminate against an employee who h Read More...

Business Women’s Network of York Region Luncheon October 26, 2017
October 10, 2017
Lawyer Sara Kauder spoke at the Business Women’s Network of York Region Luncheon on October 26, 2017.

Change in performance expectation not grounds for cause dismissal
October 9, 2017
Canadian Employment Law Today, September 2017 – Cottrill v. Utopia Day Spas and Salons Ltd. – Employee showed improvement after warning under new Read More...

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.”

“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…

Canada-UK Chamber of Commerce, London, England
“Ronald's presentation at our Chamber of Commerce in London, England, on 'Doing Business in Canada - Employment Law Essentials' was very insightful, thoroughly professional and well-received by our members and guests.”
- Nigel Bacon, Executive Director, Canada-UK Chamber of Commerce, London, England

“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.”