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Employer Slapped with Punitive Damages due to Refusal to Issue Final Wages, ROE
August 8, 2013
In Nelson v. 977372 Ontario Inc. (c.o.b. as Insta Insulations) (“Nelson”), the employer was ordered to pay punitive damages to the employee in add Read More...

Largest Ever Award for Human Rights Breach
August 6, 2013
In OPSEU (Ranger) and Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services, The Grievance Settlement Board has awarded the largest amount ever for b Read More...

Markham Jazz Festival August 15-18, 2013
July 30, 2013
Minken Employment Lawyers was pleased to support the 16th Annual Markham Jazz Festival and its outstanding showcase of Canadian talent.

Cornerstone Insurance Brokers Ltd. Annual Charity Golf Tournament August 15, 2013
July 30, 2013
Minken Employment Lawyers was proud to be a sponsor of the Cornerstone Insurance Brokers Ltd. 3rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament.

Markham Transit for the Disabled Charitable Foundation Golf Tournament Sponsorship August 12, 2013
July 30, 2013
Minken Employment Lawyers was proud to be a sponsor of the Markham Transit for the Disabled Charitable Foundation Golf Tournament.

Death Knell for Random Alcohol Testing in the Workplace? Not Quite
July 25, 2013
The Supreme Court of Canada weighed in on the issue of random alcohol testing in the workplace, ultimately deciding in Communications, Energy and Pape Read More...

Ontario’s Minimum Wage Advisory Panel
July 25, 2013
An advisory panel has been appointed by the Ontario government to examine how the province currently sets the minimum wage and provide guidance for ho Read More...

Pregnant Employee Terminated as a Result of New Form-Fitting Staff Uniform
July 17, 2013
In McKenna v. Local Heroes Stittsville, the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario found that the Employer discriminated against the Employee by refusing to 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.”