We are pleased to announce that Caroline Spindler has joined the Firm’s partnership. Caroline primarily works out of the Halifax, Nova Scotia office but is also associated with our office in Fredericton, New Brunswick.
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Ontario’s Top Court Upholds Termination of Unvaccinated Worker
In a recent case, the Court of Appeal confirmed that an employee’s failure to meet COVID-19 vaccination requirements imposed by a third party amounted to frustration of the employment contract. There was, therefore, no obligation for the employer to provide notice of termination or pay in lieu of notice. The Court confirmed the motion judge’s findings, accepting that in the circumstances, all requirements for frustration had been met.
Read moreEmployees Win Overtime Class Action Against Major Bank
After 12 years of litigation, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice has ruled in favour of the employees in the unpaid overtime class action case.
Read moreResignation or Constructive Dismissal for Non-Compliance with Mask Policy? Alberta Courts Weigh In.
AB Court ruled an employee who was put on an unpaid leave of absence due to refusing to comply with the employer’s mandatory Mask Policy, did not amount to constructive dismissal. Rather, the Court determined that the employee had resigned.
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