WEEK THAT WAS #1: An employee was fired for cause after she took vacation time original approved by her employer, until 2 weeks before the trip. Is she owed severance? Can employers refuse vacation time?

WEEK THAT WAS #2: A company tried to force a part-time bookkeeper to work at the office instead of from their home. The employee wasn't able to comply. Can an employer force an employee to change their office location?

www.SeverancePayCalculator.com - Why over 550,000 people have used it, and how it has helped Canadian employers and employees discover their full severance pay entitlements.

HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Take one for the team - AT YOUR EXPENSE!

EMAIL: I've received a few warnings over the years regarding work performance. How many warnings does my employer have to provide before they let me go for cause?

HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't accept a Temporary Layoff or other big changes to the Terms of Your Employment

HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't forget about your employer when you are on a medical leave.

EMAIL: I was promised a promotion this year. Somebody else got it, and I was actually fired! Is that fair or legal?

HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't quit unless it is completely voluntary

HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't forget to document EVERYTHING.

EMAIL: After I was let go, I signed my termination paperwork without speaking to a lawyer, because I was under a lot of stress. I don’t think my severance offer was good. Is there anything I can do about it?

HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't just accept unfair discipline or inaccurate performance reviews.

HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't file a complaint with the Labour Board if you lose your job.

EMAIL: My wife and I work at the same place. I was let go for cause because of something my wife did. It had nothing to do with me. Is that even legal?

EMAIL: I was let go last week, and offered a severance package. My employer says that until I accept, he won’t pay me commission I am owed. What should I do?

Canadian Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru, Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, reveals your workplace rights in Toronto and surrounding GTA, Ottawa and surrounding area, and across Ontario.

Lior shatters myths and misconceptions about severance pay, terminations, workplace harassment, overtime pay, wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, duty to accommodate, and more.

ON THIS EPISODE:
WEEK THAT WAS #1: An employee was fired for cause after she took vacation time original approved by her employer, until 2 weeks before the trip. Is she owed severance? Can employers refuse vacation time?
WEEK THAT WAS #2: A company tried to force a part-time bookkeeper to work at the office instead of from their home. The employee wasn't able to comply. Can an employer force an employee to change their office location?
The Severance Pay Calculator: Why over 550,000 people have used it, and how it has helped Canadian employers and employees discover their full severance pay entitlements.
HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Take one for the team - AT YOUR EXPENSE!
I've received a few warnings over the years regarding work performance. How many warnings does my employer have to provide before they let me go for cause?
HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't accept a Temporary Layoff or other big changes to the Terms of Your Employment
HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't forget about your employer when you are on a medical leave.
I was promised a promotion this year. Somebody else got it, and I was actually fired! Is that fair or legal?
HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't quit unless it is completely voluntary
HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't forget to document EVERYTHING.
After I was let go, I signed my termination paperwork without speaking to a lawyer, because I was under a lot of stress. I don’t think my severance offer was good. Is there anything I can do about it?
HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't just accept unfair discipline or inaccurate performance reviews.
HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't file a complaint with the Labour Board if you lose your job.
My wife and I work at the same place. I was let go for cause because of something my wife did. It had nothing to do with me. Is that even legal?
I was let go last week, and offered a severance package. My employer says that until I accept, he won’t pay me commission I am owed. What should I do?

Experiencing an Employment Issue?

Before you call a lawyer, use the Pocket Employment Lawyer to find out if you might have a case.

Use The Severance Pay Calculator to find out how much severance pay you may be owed upon termination.

Call 1-855-821-5900, email Help@EmploymentLawyer.ca or fill out a contact form to get help now from a Toronto employment lawyer.

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Canadian Employment Lawyer <a href="http://www.stlawyers.ca/lior-samfiru">Lior Samfiru</a>, Partner&nbsp;at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, reveals your workplace rights in Toronto and surrounding GTA, Ottawa and surrounding area, and across Ontario.
Lior shatters myths and misconceptions about severance pay, terminations, workplace harassment, overtime pay, wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, duty to accommodate, and more.
ON THIS EPISODE:
<ul>
<li>WEEK THAT WAS #1: An employee was fired for cause after she took vacation time original approved by her employer, until 2 weeks before the trip. Is she owed severance? Can employers refuse vacation time?</li>
<li>WEEK THAT WAS #2: A company tried to force a part-time bookkeeper to work at the office instead of from their home. The employee wasn't able to comply. Can an employer force an employee to change their office location?</li>
<li><a href="http://www.severancepaycalculator.com">The Severance Pay Calculator</a>: Why over 550,000 people have used it, and how it has helped Canadian employers and employees discover their full severance pay entitlements.</li>
<li>HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Take one for the team - AT YOUR EXPENSE!</li>
<li>I've received a few warnings over the years regarding work performance. How many warnings does my employer have to provide before they let me go for cause?</li>
<li>HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't accept a Temporary Layoff or other big changes to the Terms of Your Employment</li>
<li>HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't forget about your employer when you are on a medical leave.</li>
<li>I was promised a promotion this year. Somebody else got it, and I was actually fired! Is that fair or legal?</li>
<li>HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't quit unless it is completely voluntary</li>
<li>HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't forget to document EVERYTHING.</li>
<li>After I was let go, I signed my termination paperwork without speaking to a lawyer, because I was under a lot of stress. I don&rsquo;t think my severance offer was good. Is there anything I can do about it?</li>
<li>HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't just accept unfair discipline or inaccurate performance reviews.</li>
<li>HOW TO PRESERVE YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS: Don't file a complaint with the Labour Board if you lose your job.</li>
<li>My wife and I work at the same place. I was let go for cause because of something my wife did. It had nothing to do with me. Is that even legal?</li>
<li>I was let go last week, and offered a severance package. My employer says that until I accept, he won&rsquo;t pay me commission I am owed. What should I do?</li>
</ul>
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Experiencing an Employment Issue?
Before you call a lawyer, use the <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/pocket-employment-lawyer/">Pocket Employment Lawyer</a> to find out if you might have a case.
Use <a href="https://www.severancepaycalculator.com">The Severance Pay Calculator</a> to find out how much severance pay you may be owed upon termination.
Call <a href="tel:1-855-821-5900">1-855-821-5900</a>, email <a href="mailto:Help@EmploymentLawyer.ca">Help@EmploymentLawyer.ca</a>&nbsp;or fill out a <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/contact-us/">contact form</a> to get help now from a <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/toronto-employment-lawyers/">Toronto employment lawyer</a>.
Denied Long Term Disability? We Can Help.
Discover your rights when your Long Term Disability Claim is denied. <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/disability-law/">Find out more here</a>.
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Discover your workplace rights, and let Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru fight for them.

A co-founding partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, Lior has unmatched experience at various courts and tribunals in Canada, where he has defended countless clients in matters concerning severance pay, wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, human rights, sexual harassment, breach of contract, and much more. He also manages the firm's Toronto employment lawyers, Vancouver employment lawyers, Ottawa employment lawyers, and Calgary employment lawyers.

Lior frequently hosts the Employment Law Show, where he educates both employees and employers on their employment rights, according to Employment Standards in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta, and common law throughout Canada. The show airs on the following radio and TV stations:
Global TV
CTV Toronto
CTV Ottawa
Global News Radio 640 Toronto
Global News Radio 980 CKNW in Vancouver
Newstalk 580 CFRA in Ottawa
Global News Radio 900 CHML in Hamilton
Global News Radio 980 CFPL in London

He also created the Severance Pay Calculator to allow employees in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta determine how much severance pay they are owed when they are terminated from their job.

Experiencing a workplace issue? Not sure if you need legal assistance? BEFORE you call an employment lawyer, use the Pocket Employment Lawyer. Answer a few quick questions at PocketEmploymentLawyer.ca and you will learn what your legal options are and how to enforce your rights.

Discover your workplace rights, and let Employment Lawyer <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/team/lior-samfiru/">Lior Samfiru</a> fight for them.
A co-founding partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, Lior has unmatched experience at various courts and tribunals in Canada, where he has defended countless clients in matters concerning <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/severance-pay/">severance pay</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/wrongful-dismissal/">wrongful dismissal</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/constructive-dismissal/">constructive dismissal</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/harassment-discrimination/">human rights</a>, sexual harassment, breach of contract, and much more. He also manages the firm's <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/toronto-employment-lawyers/">Toronto employment lawyers</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/vancouver-employment-lawyers/">Vancouver employment lawyers</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/ottawa-employment-lawyers/">Ottawa employment lawyers</a>, and <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/calgary-employment-lawyers/">Calgary employment lawyers</a>.
Lior frequently hosts the <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/employment-law-show/">Employment Law Show</a>, where he educates both employees and employers on their employment rights, according to Employment Standards in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta, and common law throughout Canada. The show airs on the following radio and TV stations:
<ul>
<li>Global TV</li>
<li>CTV Toronto</li>
<li>CTV Ottawa</li>
<li>Global News Radio 640 Toronto</li>
<li>Global News Radio 980 CKNW in Vancouver</li>
<li>Newstalk 580 CFRA in Ottawa</li>
<li>Global News Radio 900 CHML in Hamilton</li>
<li>Global News Radio 980 CFPL in London</li>
</ul>
He also created the <a href="https://www.severancepaycalculator.com/">Severance Pay Calculator</a> to allow employees in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta determine how much severance pay they are owed when they are terminated from their job.
Experiencing a workplace issue? Not sure if you need legal assistance? BEFORE you call an employment lawyer, use the <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/pocket-employment-lawyer/">Pocket Employment Lawyer</a>. Answer a few quick questions at PocketEmploymentLawyer.ca and you will learn what your legal options are and how to enforce your rights.

Lior Samfiru - Samfiru Tumarkin LLP

Advice you need. Compensation You Deserve.

Whether you are an employee facing a wrongful dismissal or an employer who needs the support of a knowledgeable advocate, have been denied or cut off a long-term disability claim, or have a conflict with an insurance company, the experienced legal team at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP provides practical and cost-effective solutions, backed up by years of proven results and countless testimonials. Our offices are located in Toronto, Ottawa, Vancouver and Calgary, where we serve residents in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta. Samfiru Tumarkin LLP is the only employment law firm in Canada with a TV show and live weekday radio program dedicated to answering your questions about your workplace rights.

Advice you need. Compensation You Deserve.
Whether you are an employee facing a <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/wrongful-dismissal/">wrongful dismissal</a> or an employer who needs the support of a knowledgeable advocate, have been <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/long-term-disability-claims/">denied or cut off a long-term disability claim</a>, or have a conflict with an insurance company, the experienced legal team at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP provides practical and cost-effective solutions, backed up by years of proven results and countless testimonials. Our offices are located in <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/toronto-employment-lawyers/">Toronto</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/ottawa-employment-lawyers/">Ottawa</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://stlawyers.ca/vancouver-employment-lawyers/">Vancouver</a> and <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/calgary-employment-lawyers/">Calgary</a>, where we serve residents in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta. Samfiru Tumarkin LLP is the only employment law firm in Canada with a TV show and live weekday radio program dedicated to answering your questions about your workplace rights.

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