Covid-19 Archives

Being Asked to Return to the Office? Here’s What to Expect…
May 3, 2022
With the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions, many Ontarians are now being asked to return to work onsite after working from home for more than two years Read More...

Canadian HR Reporter: Pandemic dismissals: nothing but trouble
February 28, 2022
Ron Minken & Tanya Sambi interviewed by Canadian HR Reporter, February 2022: Pandemic dismissals: nothing but trouble

Employment Guide to COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace – Part 4
October 8, 2021
This part discusses anti-gen testing as an alternative to vaccinations and whether this is sufficient protection to avoid liability under the OHSA.

Employment Guide to COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace – Part 3
October 8, 2021
This part of the Guide addresses the issue of employers requiring disclosure, collection and storage of private medical information.

Employment Guide to COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace – Part 2
October 8, 2021
This Employer Guide delves into protected human rights grounds that an employee can raise to refuse the vaccine.

Employment Guide to COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace – Part 1
October 8, 2021
We have put this Guide together for Employers to help navigate through the confusion and uncertainty around requiring vaccinations in the workplace Read More...

Infectious Disease Emergency Leave extended to January 1, 2022
October 3, 2021
Ontario has extended the Infectious Disease Emergency Leave to January 1, 2022, which was previously expected to end on September 25, 2021.

The Dilemma of Mandatory Vaccines: Ron Minken & Tanya Sambi Interviewed by Canadian HR Reporter
September 30, 2021
Ron Minken and Tanya Sambi interviewed by Canadian HR Reporter, September 2021: The Dilemma of Mandatory Vaccines

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“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.”