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October 9, 2023

Canadian HR Reporter Webinar: Ron Minken and Tanya Sambi, October 2023: Should employers try to prevent workplace romances?

Canadian HR Reporter Webinar: Workplace Romances and the Consequences

September 14, 2023

Ron Minken and Tanya Sambi interviewed by Canadian HR Reporter TV, September 14, 2023: "Workplace Romances and the Consequences"

Navigating Workplace Romances and the Law: Risks, Protections, and Best Practices

April 28, 2023

There are legal and ethical challenges for both employers and employees when navigating workplace romances.

Canadian Justice TV Interview: Workplace Romances & Their Consequences

April 11, 2023

Ron Minken interviewed to discuss the legalities surrounding workplace romances and how both employees and employers can protect themselves.

Canadian HR Reporter: John Tory, workplace romances and power imbalances
March 7, 2023
Canadian HR Reporter published an online article by Ronald Minken & Tanya Sambi: "John Tory, workplace romances and power imbalances".

John Tory, Workplace Romances and Power Imbalances
February 13, 2023
After the news broke that John Tory had an affair with his 31-year old staff member, many have asked whether all workplace romances are illegal.

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.”

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“Your expertise in cases such as mine was well worth the investment.” - S.S.

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“I credit Mr. Minken and the help he provided for keeping my employment situation intact.” - A.C.

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“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…

Newmarket Chamber of Commerce
“Throughout the seminar, you and your team, thoroughly reviewed and explained the new requirements under Bill 168 and clarified many of the questions that our members had on this new and confusing piece of legislation, including the issue of Assessments on Violence in the Workplace. We thank you again and look forward to future speaking engagements that you are able to provide to our members.”
- Debra Scott, President & CEO, Newmarket Chamber of Commerce

“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.”

Canadian HR Reporter Webinar: Should employers try to prevent workplace romances?

Canadian HR Reporter Webinar: Workplace Romances and the Consequences

Navigating Workplace Romances and the Law: Risks, Protections, and Best Practices

Canadian Justice TV Interview: Workplace Romances & Their Consequences

Canadian HR Reporter: John Tory, workplace romances and power imbalances

John Tory, Workplace Romances and Power Imbalances