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Zubas Flett Law in the News: Coming out Activist
Recently, Zubas Flett Law Lawyer, Ted Flett, was featured in HSC Review, Hillfield Strathallan College's alumni magazine. The story, which chronicled Ted’s path to activism and advocacy, can be read below. The pdf can be found here. Coming out Activist The reason Ted...
Zubas Flett Law in the News: Richel Castaneda speaks to Omni News re: the right to disconnect from work
Today, Zubas Flett Law Lawyer, Richel Castaneda, spoke with Arvin Joaquin of OMNI News regarding the Working for Workers Act, 2021 (Bill 27) which became law on December 2, 2021. Bill 27 made legislative changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”)...
Zubas Flett Law in the News: OHSA doesn’t apply to vax status
Recently, Zubas Flett Lawyer, Richel Castaneda, spoke with Jeffrey Smith of Canadian HR Reporter. The opinion piece, which discussed vaccination policies and whether they breach the Ontario Health and Safety Act, is below. 'A policy's request for proof of...
Zubas Flett Law in The News: Court Decision is full of Red Flags
Recently, Zubas Flett Lawyer, Dan Hassell, spoke with Jeffrey Smith of Canadian HR Reporter. The opinion piece, which discussed a recent decision of the Ontario Court regarding resignation after refusing accommodation is below. Worker resigned after failure to agree...
Zubas Flett Law in The News: Poor Investigation, Hasty Termination Costs Ontario Employer $20,000
Recently, Zubas Flett Lawyer, Ted Flett, spoke with Jeffrey Smith of Canadian HR Reporter. The opinion piece, which discussed the importance of having good policies in place and conducting a good investigation prior to terminating an employee, is below. 'Where this...
To be an Employee or not to be an Employee: the Importance of Classifying Workers
Identifying the Differences Among Employees, Independent Contractors, and Dependent Contractors and Why it Matters. Are you an Employee or Independent Contractor? Identifying whether an individual is an employee or independent contractor is fundamental in determining...