Can my employer cut my hours after I return from a disability leave?

Is my employer obligated to deal with workplace conflicts?

Am I entitled to severance if my contract isn’t renewed?

Can I be terminated from my position if I was charged for an accident?

Is there anything I can do about company changes if I have already accepted changes in the past?

You can’t be let go from your job if

You cannot be let go for discriminatory reasons

You cannot be let go for trying to enforce your rights

You cannot be let go for being incorrect about your workplace rights

You cannot be let go if you complain about workplace harassment

You cannot be let go for any reason related to pregnancy or parental leave

Can my employer dock my pay for data charges on a company phone?

Can I be let go for needing to take leave for personal reasons?

What should I do if I have been exposed to asbestos at my job?

What can I do if I was terminated for cause due to rumors?

Can my employer make changes to my commission structure?

Returning from disability leave, exposure to harmful chemicals on the job, employment contracts and more in this episode of the Employment Hour.

Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru, Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, reveals your workplace rights in Ontario on The Employment Hour. 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:

Chapter 1:

Can my employer cut my hours after I return from a disability leave?

We spoke with a gentleman who had been on disability for over a year and was cleared by his doctor to return to work with no problems.  Upon attempting to return his employer informed him that they didn’t have the same availability for his position and was offered a part-time job until they could find full-time employment.  After a few weeks with no changes, he has grown concerned and doesn’t know how to proceed.  Could this be treated as a constructive dismissal?

 Chapter 2:

Is my employer obligated to deal with workplace conflicts?

I am being forced to listen to a radio station at work that I don’t enjoy by a coworker.  I have tried to change the station and this gets changed back.  What are my employer’s obligations to step in with this situation?

 Chapter 3:

Am I entitled to severance if my contract isn’t renewed?

We spoke to a contract worker who had been working with the same employer under this type of employment for the last six years.  When his last contract came up for renewal, he was told by his employer that they would be posting the position and not renewing his contract.  Is he entitled to a severance payment?

 Chapter 4:

Can I be terminated from my position if I was charged for an accident?

I was let go from my job about a month ago.  I was hit by a vehicle in a parking lot, there were no real issues or damages, so we went our separate ways.  I was then served a summons stating that there was a warrant out for my arrest because the woman who hit me filed and claimed that I hit her.  I am a site supervisor and cannot have a criminal record at my place of employment.  I was terminated shortly after being charged for the accident.  I am currently fighting the decision in court and it is going well.  Am I entitled to any severance?

 Chapter 5:

Is there anything I can do about company changes if I have already accepted changes in the past?

I was demoted as a result of restructuring at work.  I went from a management position to a supervisor position because my job was eliminated.  There is talk that there is further restructuring going on at the company and I am concerned that it will impact my position again.  Is there anything I can do now that I have already accepted changes to my position?

 Chapter 5:

You can’t be let go from your job if:
You cannot be let go for discriminatory reasons
You cannot be let go for trying to enforce your rights
You cannot be let go for being incorrect about your workplace rights
You cannot be let go if you complain about workplace harassment
You cannot be let go for any reason related to pregnancy or parental leave

Chapter 6:

Can my employer dock my pay for data charges on a company phone?

I am a salesperson with a company phone. I have gone over my data a few times recently and my employer is now threatening to deduct my data overage charges from my paycheque.  I use my phone a lot because I travel for business.  Can my employer dock my pay for the data overage charges on my phone?

 Chapter 7:

Can I be let go for needing to take leave for personal reasons?

I have a friend who is employed by the provincial government.  She is currently going through a nasty divorce and has had to take many days off from work due to this and is now taking unpaid days when she needs time off.  Can our employer let her go due to these absences?

Chapter 8:

What should I do if I have been exposed to asbestos at my job?

On Monday I was exposed to asbestos during site work.  There was construction going on by another company to remove the flooring that had asbestos in it.  We contacted the construction company to determine if there was a risk and if it was going to be cleaned up properly.  What should I do if I think that I have been exposed to this at my job?

 Chapter 9:

What can I do if I was terminated for cause due to rumors?

My daughter’s friend was just dismissed from her job during her summer employment.  She was being harassed at the workplace and to alleviate the issue they moved her to a different position.  They then let her go for wrongful judgment because someone spread rumors about her going out to lunch with the person who she claimed was harassing her.  Are they allowed to terminate her with cause for this?

 Chapter 10:

Can my employer make changes to my commission structure?

I have been working with the same company for 17 years as a salary and commission worker.  Last year the company instituted a new policy where they withhold a portion of our commission.  They’ve added new technology to use with the position and it’s been difficult.  Can my employer make these changes without our agreement?

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

Denied Long Term Disability? We Can Help.

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Returning from disability leave, exposure to harmful chemicals on the job, employment contracts and more in this episode of the Employment Hour.
Employment Lawyer <a href="http://stlawyers.ca/team/lior-samfiru">Lior Samfiru</a>, Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, reveals your workplace rights in Ontario on The Employment Hour. 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:
Chapter 1:
Can my employer cut my hours after I return from a disability leave?
We spoke with a gentleman who had been on disability for over a year and was cleared by his doctor to return to work with no problems.&nbsp; Upon attempting to return his employer informed him that they didn&rsquo;t have the same availability for his position and was offered a part-time job until they could find full-time employment.&nbsp; After a few weeks with no changes, he has grown concerned and doesn&rsquo;t know how to proceed.&nbsp; Could this be treated as a constructive dismissal?
&nbsp;Chapter 2:
Is my employer obligated to deal with workplace conflicts?
I am being forced to listen to a radio station at work that I don&rsquo;t enjoy by a coworker.&nbsp; I have tried to change the station and this gets changed back.&nbsp; What are my employer&rsquo;s obligations to step in with this situation?
&nbsp;Chapter 3:
Am I entitled to severance if my contract isn&rsquo;t renewed?
We spoke to a contract worker who had been working with the same employer under this type of employment for the last six years.&nbsp; When his last contract came up for renewal, he was told by his employer that they would be posting the position and not renewing his contract.&nbsp; Is he entitled to a severance payment?
&nbsp;Chapter 4:
Can I be terminated from my position if I was charged for an accident?
I was let go from my job about a month ago.&nbsp; I was hit by a vehicle in a parking lot, there were no real issues or damages, so we went our separate ways.&nbsp; I was then served a summons stating that there was a warrant out for my arrest because the woman who hit me filed and claimed that I hit her.&nbsp; I am a site supervisor and cannot have a criminal record at my place of employment.&nbsp; I was terminated shortly after being charged for the accident.&nbsp; I am currently fighting the decision in court and it is going well.&nbsp; Am I entitled to any severance?
&nbsp;Chapter 5:
Is there anything I can do about company changes if I have already accepted changes in the past?
I was demoted as a result of restructuring at work.&nbsp; I went from a management position to a supervisor position because my job was eliminated.&nbsp; There is talk that there is further restructuring going on at the company and I am concerned that it will impact my position again.&nbsp; Is there anything I can do now that I have already accepted changes to my position?
&nbsp;Chapter 5:
You can&rsquo;t be let go from your job if:
<ul>
<li>You cannot be let go for discriminatory reasons</li>
<li>You cannot be let go for trying to enforce your rights</li>
<li>You cannot be let go for being incorrect about your workplace rights</li>
<li>You cannot be let go if you complain about workplace harassment</li>
<li>You cannot be let go for any reason related to pregnancy or parental leave</li>
</ul>
Chapter 6:
Can my employer dock my pay for data charges on a company phone?
I am a salesperson with a company phone. I have gone over my data a few times recently and my employer is now threatening to deduct my data overage charges from my paycheque.&nbsp; I use my phone a lot because I travel for business.&nbsp; Can my employer dock my pay for the data overage charges on my phone?
&nbsp;Chapter 7:
Can I be let go for needing to take leave for personal reasons?
I have a friend who is employed by the provincial government.&nbsp; She is currently going through a nasty divorce and has had to take many days off from work due to this and is now taking unpaid days when she needs time off.&nbsp; Can our employer let her go due to these absences?
Chapter 8:
What should I do if I have been exposed to asbestos at my job?
On Monday I was exposed to asbestos during site work.&nbsp; There was construction going on by another company to remove the flooring that had asbestos in it.&nbsp; We contacted the construction company to determine if there was a risk and if it was going to be cleaned up properly.&nbsp; What should I do if I think that I have been exposed to this at my job?
&nbsp;Chapter 9:
What can I do if I was terminated for cause due to rumors?
My daughter&rsquo;s friend was just dismissed from her job during her summer employment.&nbsp; She was being harassed at the workplace and to alleviate the issue they moved her to a different position.&nbsp; They then let her go for wrongful judgment because someone spread rumors about her going out to lunch with the person who she claimed was harassing her.&nbsp; Are they allowed to terminate her with cause for this?
&nbsp;Chapter 10:
Can my employer make changes to my commission structure?
I have been working with the same company for 17 years as a salary and commission worker.&nbsp; Last year the company instituted a new policy where they withhold a portion of our commission.&nbsp; They&rsquo;ve added new technology to use with the position and it&rsquo;s been difficult.&nbsp; Can my employer make these changes without our agreement?
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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 an <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/toronto-employment-lawyers/">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>.

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

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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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