Short but Not-So-Sweet: Short-Service Employee Granted Notice Period Exceeding 5 Months
While many employers realize the increased liability of dismissing long-service employees, they should also be aware of the risks associated with dismissing short-service employees. In the recent decision of Grimaldi v CF+D Custom Fireplace Design Inc [Grimaldi], the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (the “Court”) awarded more than five months of reasonable notice to an […]
Three-Day WSIB Reporting Deadline for Work-Related Accidents Now in Effect
The Workplace Safety Insurance Board (“WSIB”) has amended its Operational Policy Manual to implement changes in employer reporting obligations for work-related accidents. Including a new deadline for employers to file a report of workplace injury. Under the new reporting deadline, employers must report any work-related accidents that occurred on or after September 29, 2023 within […]