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May 24, 2024

The Court of Appeal for Ontario addressed the complexities surrounding fixed-term contracts and termination clauses.

“Terminate in “Sole Discretion””? – ESA Compliance Critical

February 29, 2024

The case of Dufault v. The Corporation of the Township of Ignace casts a spotlight on the criticality of ESA compliance when drafting employment contr Read More...

Termination Clause Invalid Due to Faulty Conflict of Interest and Confidentiality Clauses

October 3, 2022

The wording in other sections of an employment agreement or hiring letter can invalidate a termination clause that is otherwise valid.

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Another Termination Clause Unenforceable Due to Breach of Legislation

May 4, 2021

The Ontario Superior Court of Justice finds another termination clause unenforceable and invalid as it violates the Canada Labour Code.

The Importance of an Employment Contract Review
April 22, 2021
Finally, you get a job offer! But before you accept and sign anything, it is important to get an employment contract review from an employment lawyer Read More...

Dependent Contractors Entitled to Notice?
September 7, 2020
The Superior Court and Court of Appeal considered the wrongful dismissal claim of a contractor who later became an employee.

Termination Clauses – Clarity from the Court of Appeal
February 28, 2017
The Ontario Court of Appeal has clarified the law with respect to the validity of termination clauses in the Wood v. Fred Deeley Imports Ltd. decis Read More...

Termination payment of ‘salary’ in breach of ESA: Appeal court
November 2, 2015
Canadian Employment Law Today, October 2015 - Miller v. A.B.M. Canada Inc. - Provision calling for salary paid in event of termination neglected to in Read More...

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"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.”

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Executive Termination Settlement avoiding Litigation
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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.”