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How Bill 148 Benefited Employees
November 24, 2017
Bill 148: Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017 proposes many changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000, which will benefit employees across Onta Read More...

Employer Obligations Under Bill 148
November 24, 2017
Bill 148: Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017, was passed on November 22, 2017. The amendments to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 and the Occup Read More...

Bill 148 – The Ontario Government is proposing amendments to the Employment Standards Act, 2000
October 30, 2017
Bill 148: Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017, which just passed the Second Reading and has been referred to the Standing Committee on Finance and Read More...

OBA Professional Development: 15th Annual Current Issues in Employment Law May 4, 2017
January 24, 2017
Ensure you have the expertise to confidently advise your employer and employee clients on critical employment law issues with this essential program.

Constructive Dismissal? – What Would a “Reasonable Person” Think?
January 10, 2017
In Lawrence v. Norwood Industries Inc., the Ontario Superior Court of Justice determined that a working environment that was “far from ideal” was Read More...

When Working Notice Is Not Notice At All
December 23, 2016
The Ontario Superior Court of Justice's recent decision in Thambapillai v. Labrash Security Services Ltd. demonstrates, there are certain elements nec Read More...

Ontario Court Upholds Termination of Employee Who Refused to Consent to Background Check After being Hired
December 6, 2016
In Covenoho v. Pendylum Inc., the Ontario Superior Court of Justice determined that Pendylum Inc. was entitled to terminate Covenoho without cause.

Markham Board of Trade Business Excellence Awards Gala November 10, 2016
October 18, 2016
Minken Employment Lawyers was proud to be a sponsor of Markham Board of Trade’s 26th Annual Business Excellence Awards Gala.

International Charity (Not-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.”

“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…

Law Society of Upper Canada
“We invited Ron Minken to present at a Law Society of Upper Canada program…geared towards lawyers in the employment law field, and so, when selecting faculty, we tend to favour lawyers who are well-thought of in the bar and who are known to be effective speakers. Ron is no exception.”
- Christine M. Thomlinson, Rubin Thomlinson LLP

“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.”