For federal employers, the financial exposure of an invalid termination clause is significant and directly affects termination planning.
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Ontario courts may be increasingly willing to scrutinize equity compensation clauses using the same strict ESA-based analysis applied to termination c Read More...
Starting a lawsuit too early can significantly reduce your recovery, even when your underlying claim is strong.
A clear reminder of how courts approach reasonable notice, mitigation, and employer conduct when layoffs occur in turbulent markets.
Once a sexual harassment concern is raised, process is not optional. Employers must protect workers from retaliation.
Employers can protect their interests by proper drafting and proactive legal review, particularly when it comes to long-term incentive compensation.
Helpful guidance for employers: when properly drafted, unambiguous termination clauses prevent costly common law notice claims.