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Surveillance Effective in Proving Cause for Dismissal
January 8, 2014
In MacBurnie v. Halterm Container Terminal Limited Partnership, the Nova Scotia Supreme Court upheld a cause termination based on the employee’s bre Read More...

New Salary and Severance Disclosures in Alberta
January 7, 2014
Compensation for all government employees with base salaries higher than $100,000 will now be publicly disclosed, including salaries, benefits and sev Read More...

Minken Employment Lawyers Recognized in Canadian HR Reporter’s Employment Lawyers Directory 2014
January 1, 2014
A comprehensive directory of the top employment law and immigration law practitioners across Canada.

Employment Law: Human Rights Damages Award In Ontario
December 26, 2013
Canada-United Kingdom Chamber of Commerce Newsletter, Winter 2013-2014 - In Wilson v. Solis Mexican Foods Inc. (“Wilson”), the Ontario Superior Co Read More...

Vulnerable Workers Protected in Ontario
December 23, 2013
Ontario is introducing new legislation to protect the province’s most vulnerable workers, and increase fairness for employees and businesses.

New Occupational Health and Safety Training Program for the Northwest Territories
December 16, 2013
A new comprehensive Occupational Health and Safety Training program will be implemented in the Northwest Territories to enhance the workplace safety a Read More...

Improvements to the Employment Standards Act in New Brunswick
December 12, 2013
The provincial government has made amendments to the Employment Standards Act in order to better protect workers in New Brunswick.

Improperly Drafted Pleadings Result in Dismissal of Action
December 9, 2013
In Musoni v. Logitek Technology Ltd. (“Musoni”), a self-represented employee ultimately lost his case by failing to properly plead the issues. If Read More...

“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…

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

“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.”