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York Region Open for (Retail) Business on Public Holidays
December 22, 2017
On November 16, 2017 the Regional Municipality of York passed the controversial Holiday Shopping Bylaw, which permits retail businesses in York Region Read More...

The Validity of Perpetual Contracts Upheld by the Supreme Court of Canada
December 20, 2017
The Supreme Court recently affirmed the validity of perpetual contracts under Quebec law. In Uniprix inc. v. Gestion Gosselin et Bérubé inc., the Co Read More...

Fiduciary Employees — Can You Poach?
December 17, 2017
Canadian Employment Law Today, November 2017 – Cosolo v. Geo. A. Kelson Limited – Certain key employees have limits after resigning

New Legislation Alert – Bill C-65 designed to prevent workplace harassment and violence in federally regulated workplaces
December 12, 2017
Sexual harassment and violence have dominated the media of late. Women and men have come forward with public allegations of harassment and assault aga Read More...

Taxi Company Not Liable for Driver’s Sexual Assault
December 5, 2017
In Ivic v. Lakovic, 2017 ONCA 446, a taxi driver was accused of sexually assaulting a passenger in the taxi. To what extent is the employer liable for Read More...

Mental Health in the Workplace: Employer Responsibilities
November 28, 2017
According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, one in five Canadians will experience a mental health or addiction problem. It is a leading cause Read More...

Canadian HR Reporter: Fiduciary employees – Can you poach?
November 22, 2017
Canadian HR Reporter published an article by Ronald Minken, November 2017: "Fiduciary employees – Can you poach?"

Bill 148 – One Step Closer To Being Passed!
November 21, 2017
On November 17, 2017, Bill 148 was ordered for Third Reading. While there are some new amendments, many of t 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…

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.”