2023-12-15 14:25
An employer can agree with an employee that the employee will have to pay the employer back money wasted on training the employee (wages, training expenses, etc.) if the employee quits or ge… Read More
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2023-12-13 14:03
How CPP Contributions Used to Work Employees and employers in Canada make Canada Pension Plan (“CPP’) contributions, and as of 2023, there’s a single annual ceiling of cont… Read More
2023-12-11 20:06
So you just got a text (no less) offering you a dream stay-at-home job. Congratulations!… You are in the process of a scam. First, no employer will likely ever solicit you randomly un… Read More
2023-11-30 16:34
The legal drinking age in Canada varies by province. The legal drinking age is 18 in Alberta, Manitoba, and Quebec and 19 in the rest of the country (British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Ontario… Read More
2023-11-30 05:09
In Canada, no one is entitled to a job and no one is entitled to keep a job, just like in the US. However, one of the most pivotal rights in Canada, which does not exist in the US, is an emp… Read More
2023-11-03 16:20
In the business world, “restructuring” is a term that often circulates in the corridors of large, publicly listed companies experiencing downward share prices. While it carries a… Read More
2023-11-03 15:59
The student minimum wage in Ontario is $15.60 per hour in 2024. In Ontario, there is the general minimum wage, which is 16.55 per hour in 2024, and various special minimum wages, including… Read More
2023-11-03 14:36
In Brief: All About The Minimum Wage Minimum wage is the lowest pay rate that employers are allowed to offer employees in Ontario. The minimum wage is a floor and no employer can go below it… Read More
2023-10-20 15:25
Sometimes A Good Quote Is All You Need Everyone has moments when the going gets tough, especially in the realm of small business. I have had these seem feeling run my small law practice and… Read More
2023-10-19 14:53
Introduction: All About Employee Retention Employee retention, defined as an organization’s ability to retain its employees over a specified period, has become a focal point in organiz… Read More
2023-10-16 15:53
Hiring the right employee is more than just finding someone with the perfect resume; it’s about finding a candidate who resonates with your company’s culture. A candidate who fit… Read More
2023-10-13 20:51
In Canada, by far the largest employer, by number of employees, is the government one way or the other. Indeed, the federal government is the largest single employer in Canada. As of 2023, t… Read More
2023-10-12 20:22
Federal holidays are holidays enacted by the Government of Canada (i.e. the federal government) that apply across the entire country but for federally regulated employers ONLY. It is a… Read More
2023-10-11 21:55
Introduction Lieu time, a term that originates from the French word “lieu”, meaning “place” or “instead”, is a solution for managing overtime in the workp… Read More
2023-08-21 20:28
The words “labor” and “labour” may seem identical – they are pronounced the same and mean the same thing, but there is one subtle difference – the le… Read More
2023-08-17 20:08
In British English, “practice” (with a “C”) is the noun form, and “practise” (with an “S”) is the verb form. In American English, “pract… Read More
2023-08-15 19:55
Every time you receive your paycheck, you may notice a term labelled ‘YTD’ various times on the pay stub. What exactly does this mean, you may have asked yourself? In short… Read More
2023-08-04 13:22
In discussions, arguments, or debates, you might have heard the term “moot point.” Often, it’s used to dismiss a subject or idea, but what exactly does it mean? Let’s… Read More
2023-05-27 12:56
Chongqing blowing up on your TikTok? Me too! So I wanted to explore this city I had never even heard of before I started I seeing all these cyberpunk videos of the Chongqing skyline (which i… Read More
2023-05-21 16:11
The Old Age Security (OAS) pension is a retirement income source for most seniors in Canada, helping to support a more comfortable lifestyle post-retirement. This article will help you under… Read More
2023-05-19 15:00
Canada’s Employment Insurance (EI) program is Canada’s financial safety net for individuals who lose their employment. One particular question about EI my law firm would of… Read More
2023-05-18 19:55
Your Favorite AI Companion Just Went Mobile Announced today, OpenAI has launched the first official version of the ChatGPT app for iOS. Read the press release here. The ChatGPT iOS app, whic… Read More
2023-05-18 17:23
Canada is a massive country with a diverse range of attractions, and the best places to visit in June depend on your interests. Are you into nightlife, or are you into nature? If you a… Read More
2023-05-16 21:30
The paperclip problem or the paperclip maximizer is a thought experiment in artificial intelligence ethics popularized by philosopher Nick Bostrom. It’s a scenario that illustrates the… Read More
2023-05-16 15:28
What is the Glass Cliff? The “glass cliff” is a term used in business management context to describe a phenomenon where women (and sometimes members of other underrepresented gro… Read More
2023-05-12 13:52
The practice of law is often revered as one of the most respected, challenging, and rewarding careers. Becoming a lawyer offers opportunities to effect positive societal changes, protect ind… Read More
2023-05-11 16:38
Creating a blog can be a fantastic way to share your thoughts, showcase your skills, or build an online portfolio. It’s also an excellent starting point for those aiming to make an inc… Read More
2023-05-11 15:26
As we approach the precipice of a new era in technology, marked by the increasing prevalence of advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI), it’s worth reflecting on the lessons from Frank H… Read More
2023-05-07 19:56
Discover how I grew my law firm’s blog to an impressive (almost) 100,000 visitors per month by leveraging the powerful SEO tools offered by Semrush. Yes, you will notice that this blog… Read More
2023-05-07 12:07
King Charles will appear on Canadians’ money after all. Canadians recently witnessed history with the coronation of our new monarch, King Charles III. In a surprise to some, in re… Read More
2023-05-05 15:09
I’m good at law firm SEO. I had a law firm website that did so well that I retired the firm to sell ads on the same website. I had almost 4,000,000 views in just a few years, mainly fr… Read More
2023-05-03 14:05
The Ontario Trillium Benefit (“OTB”) is a financial assistance program provided by the government of Ontario to help lower-income individuals and families with the costs of energ… Read More
2023-05-02 20:15
Does Canada use first past the post elections? Canada’s electoral system is a first-past-the-post system, also known as single-member plurality or winner-takes-all. (source). This mean… Read More
2023-05-01 18:40
While many countries have had their fair share of bizarre, odd or outdated laws, Canada is no exception. Here are eight of some of the weirdest laws in Canadian history: These laws range fro… Read More
2023-04-28 19:55
Long-time Chat GPT users have undoubtedly experienced incomplete responses, where ChatGPT suddenly stops generating a response in the middle of ...
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2023-04-28 19:02
“Can my employer force me to [do something]?” This is a question we often received when we were a law ...
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2023-04-27 20:40
Finding the correct city to call home can be challenging for a young professional seeking a balance between career growth ...
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2023-04-27 16:38
The Toronto Maple Leafs are a 106-year-old brand. On September 27, 1927, 96 years ago, the Maple Leafs dawned their ...
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2023-04-26 17:19
Snapchat My AI: An Overview Snapchat, the popular social media platform, has recently launched its AI chatbot, “My AI,.” This ...
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2023-04-25 15:28
Introduction Canada, the land of maple syrup, hockey, and breathtaking landscapes, has consistently ranked among the top countries for quality ...
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2023-04-24 19:49
Introduction Canada offers its residents a high quality of life in the land of maple syrup, ice hockey, and vast ...
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2023-04-21 19:59
Reasons for Not Receiving Your Climate Action Incentive Payment To address climate change and promote environmentally friendly practices, the Canadian ...
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2023-04-21 18:35
What is the Canada FPT Tax Credit? The Federal-Provincial-Territorial (FPT) tax credit is a system of tax incentives and relief ...
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2023-04-19 19:13
Introduction to GST Payment Dates The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a crucial part of the Canadian tax system. ...
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2023-04-15 04:22
Dudes, I have literally created the best playlist for dinner party music on Spotify. Its currently got 400 likes, so ...
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2023-04-14 17:10
The CPP is a vital source of retirement income for millions of Canadians, and knowing when to expect your payments ...
The post All The CPP Payment Dates In 2023 appeared first on Dutton Law… Read More
2023-04-13 20:49
Are you confused about what “business formal” means in men’s attire? If so, you’re not alone. I’ve encountered many professionals ...
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2023-04-13 16:57
Introduction Interest rates play a significant role in the economy, influencing various aspects of financial markets, consumer spending, and employment. ...
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2023-04-06 19:31
The number of workdays a year can vary based on weekends, public holidays, and personal time off. TLDR: There are ...
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2023-04-06 17:39
As part of your continuous efforts to improve the employee experience and retention within your organization, you may be keen ...
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2023-04-05 14:40
In this quick guide, we’ll dive deep into the relationship between inflation and unemployment, explore the underlying theories, and examine ...
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2023-03-29 17:39
EOTs: A New Way To Sell A Business In Canada Canadian business owners have a new option to consider when ...
The post Employee Ownership Trusts Announced In Canada appeared first on Dutton L… Read More
2023-03-28 17:34
Making basic or even advanced MVPS of apps that use ChatGPT is easy, even if you don’t know how to ...
The post How To Make A ChatGPT App (Using No Code) appeared first on Dutton Law Read More
2023-03-28 15:27
I am curious about the difference between Chat GPT-3.5 and Chat GPT-4 in regard to synthesizing legal rules from jurisprudence, ...
The post Asking AI To Summarize Hadley v Baxendale appeare… Read More
2023-03-27 16:14
Plausible AI Models That Will Change The Legal Industry AI has the potential to revolutionize the legal industry, offering a ...
The post 50 Ways AI Will Help Lawyers appeared first on Dutto… Read More
2023-03-26 14:29
The top 25 highest-paying careers in Canada are no surprise – doctors, lawyers and bankers. Most of these careers on ...
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2023-03-26 04:53
Introduction Disability insurance is an essential financial safeguard that provides income protection in case an illness or injury prevents you ...
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2023-03-25 12:51
Introduction The Ontario Sunshine List, introduced in 1996, is an annual disclosure of public sector employees earning over $100,000 in ...
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2023-03-24 16:53
I have been on parental leave for two years now. Since then, I didn’t practice any law for my law ...
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2022-08-19 19:22
Typically, short-term employees with only a few years or less seniority get proportionally more severance than their longer-standing peers. The ...
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2022-08-09 20:10
When an employer becomes bankrupt, the rights of its employees are impacted devastatingly. When a company goes bankrupt, of course, ...
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2022-07-29 15:22
Workers employed in the technology industry in a role requiring skills in technology are generally entitled to proportionally more severance ...
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2022-07-22 20:03
When someone is terminated from their job in Canada without cause, and they do not have an enforceable termination clause ...
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2022-07-13 16:00
What is the difference between an offer letter and an employment contract? An offer letter is a short congratulatory note ...
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2022-07-13 15:21
A recession may be coming in Canada, according to Bay Street economists. If there is a recession, there will be a rise ...
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2022-06-30 23:38
What is the difference between part-time and full-time hours? There is no legal difference between part-time and full-time hours. Neither ...
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2022-06-30 23:21
Employment Standards and Other Employment Law Legislation and Common Law When an employee works in Canada, they are protected by ...
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2022-06-16 20:27
If you are a small business without an employment lawyer on retainer, it can be daunting to know what you ...
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2022-05-31 23:29
Employees can sue their employer for various wrongs, most notably: Wrongful dismissal Unpaid wages Human rights violations Traditional torts such ...
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2022-05-27 22:07
The cost of an employment lawyer depends on the type of matter and the experience of the lawyer. Minimal risk, ...
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2022-05-20 22:08
Victims of sexual assault at work can sue their attacker and their employer for damages (i.e. money). Employers can be vicariously ...
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2022-04-14 22:45
Unfair dismissal is not a legal concept in Ontario or anywhere else in Canada. Simply put, there is no such ...
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2022-04-01 16:34
Employees who are terminated without cause in Canada are entitled to severance. The amount of severance a terminated employee is ...
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2022-03-25 16:52
Individuals should apply for employment insurance (“EI”) as soon as they stop working. There is no good reason to wait ...
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2022-03-15 21:02
Discrimination in the workplace means unequal or different treatment or harassment towards an employee (or group of employees) that causes ...
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2022-03-09 03:13
Ontario will announce tomorrow, March 9, 2022, that indoor settings in Ontario, including workplaces, can finally unmask, sources say. Recall ...
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2022-03-02 19:53
It is March 2022. Every single covid restriction in Ontario will be lifted very soon. And with that, many employers ...
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2022-02-24 20:42
🛑 Severance in Ontario is not complicated 🛑. The following 🔟 simple principles will help everyone understand what severance is, ...
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2022-02-24 18:31
The Ontario government will introduce new legislation later in March 2022 that would require employers to tell their workers if ...
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2022-02-18 21:01
Employers have broad discretion to assign an employee’s vacation time under Ontario’s Employment Standards Act, 2000. Although the Employment Standards Act (… Read More
2022-02-15 16:28
Employers who were reluctant to send their employees on international travel can breathe a sigh of relief. Today, the Government ...
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2022-02-14 20:06
Today the Ontario Government announced that it was ending vaccination requirements for all businesses effective on March 1, 2022. The ...
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2022-02-07 18:50
Various news outlets ran an article over the weekend titled, “Workplace vaccine mandates being upheld as challenges largely tossed out, ...
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2022-02-04 22:18
Does an employer have a right to fire an employee with just cause for refusing the Covid-19 booster shot? In most cases, ...
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2022-01-12 18:27
How much should an employer give an employee to reimburse them for the work-use of their personal vehicle? It is ...
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2022-01-11 22:29
With remote work as common as it is today, many employees and employers are still wondering, is slacking off or ...
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2022-01-11 18:00
Wrongful dismissal does not mean what you think it means. ❌ Wrongful dismissal does not mean that an employee was ...
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2021-12-31 21:10
If a statutory holiday falls on a weekend, then employers have to give their employees another day off with pay. ...
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2021-12-21 20:01
A small percentage of employers across Canada are regulated by the Federal Canada Labour Code (“CLC”), and not provincial employment standards. Employers ...
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2021-12-17 21:07
Is it illegal to fire an employee when she is pregnant? No, it is not always illegal to fire an ...
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2021-11-30 22:12
What happens if you must take a day or two off because your child is sick with the cold or ...
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2021-11-23 23:08
Yes, a worker can quit their job due to stress and still receive employment insurance (“EI”) if they can prove ...
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2021-11-16 23:28
Has your new employer asked you to deposit a check in your bank account so you can send the money ...
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2021-11-12 22:13
Employment restrictive covenants are terms and conditions of employment (usually inserted in an employment contract) that restrict employees when they ...
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2021-10-22 22:13
What is an employment class action lawsuit? An employment law class action is a lawsuit where a representative employee is ...
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2021-10-14 23:30
Yes, you can get employment insurance (“EI”) regular benefits if you have “just cause” to quit your job. However, if ...
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2021-10-08 18:29
No, in Ontario, employers cannot force their employees to come into work early for unpaid meetings or the like. Likewise, ...
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2021-10-08 18:13
Employers are allowed to give a bad reference in Canada. The law is clear: If an employer wants to communicate ...
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2021-09-30 21:40
Can An Employer Refuse Vacation Time In Ontario? Yes. As discussed below, in Ontario, employers can refuse an employee’s request ...
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2021-09-24 21:42
Some employees in Ontario are misclassified by their employers as independent contractors and denied minimum employment standards to which they ...
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