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Can you believe it? Rudner Law turned FIVE on September 1st!
You might know that employees have a legal obligation to mitigate their damages when they are let go, which means they must make reasonable efforts to find new employment. But what does “reasonable efforts” even mean? Learn more in Nadia's blog.
How do you determine what someone is entitled to if they lose their job without cause? We refer to this as severance or termination pay. Like it or not, the entitlement is not based on a simple formula or an easy calculation in most cases. Learn more in Stuart's video update.
 
Did CTV do anything wrong in the termination of Lisa LaFlamme's position as anchor? Stuart looks at the situation and addresses the issue of gender and sex discrimination and the broader context of human rights breaches when terminating an employee in this video update.
Workplace investigations have taken on tremendous importance in the world of HR. Failing to investigate, or failing to investigate properly, can result in significant liability. Nadia explains how and when to conduct them, as well as some best practices for employers in this video update.
Employers and workers are divided over the fate of remote work. Legally, employers can dictate where their employee works from, unless there is a specific clause in the employee’s contract that specifies remote work as an option, Nadia tells the Globe and Mail here.
Wrong assumptions on employment laws are costing employers time, money, and lawsuits. Speaking to HRD Canada, Stuart revealed that the lack of correct guidance is leading to confusion and, all too often, legal issues. Learn more.
The surge in constructive dismissal cases due to COVID-19 does not appear to be easing and Stuart tells Legal Matters Canada that he believes litigation will continue to be brisk in coming years. Read more.
Fire Away Season 5 Episode 8

Were you ever really taught how to listen well? Christine Miles, CEO and founder of EQuipt, joins the show to talk about workplace communication and what it's costing you to not listen.

If you have questions you would like us to answer, please contact us on any of our social media platforms, or email us at info@rudnerlaw.ca.
 
All previous episodes can be found on our YouTube channel, our Facebook page, and our website.

Do you have a topic you're passionate about? Let us know for future episodes.
Stuart is leading Employee Terminations: A Master Class for Employers with UKG on September 22nd. Whether a worker must be “fired,” “let go,” “dismissed,” or “downsized,” terminations are often a necessary part of managing a workforce. Whatever term you use, though, dismissals are the most significant source of risk and liability for employers in Canada. Register now.

Stuart is co-chair of the HRPA Annual HR Law Conference on October 26th and 27th - the premiere must-attend event for HR professionals seeking to stay on top of changes to the HR law landscape. Over two half-days, this event welcomes all HR professionals and business leaders looking for tools and strategies to navigate a rapidly changing work environment. Register now.

It's back again! The Osgoode Certificate in Advanced Human Resources Law for Senior HR Executives. Designed for Human Resources leaders who wish to ratchet up their skills and knowledge to the next level. Stuart is co-Director of the program and will be joined by Brittany and Nadia who will instruct during this offering. Register now.

Download the 2022 edition of our Canadian HR Law Essential Reference Guide created for UKG! This complimentary e-book gives business leaders and managers an overview of the laws that govern the employment process. Get yours.

We are bringing you another Rudner Law webinar on November 16th! We'll be discussing Navigating the (Hopefully) Post-pandemic Workplace. Stay tuned for more details.

If you think you might need an employment lawyer, you probably do. Talk to us before you do something that could impact your legal rights.
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