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Hiring independent contractors offers flexibility, but it also creates legal risk if not handled properly. In Ontario, misclassifying workers or failing to use a proper independent contractor agreement can expose your organization to costly liability.Unlike employees, independent contractors are not … Read more »

Your employer is generally required to honour the terms of your employment, especially when it comes to your pay. If you were promised a certain wage at hiring and didn’t agree to any changes, a reduction in pay could violate your rights under Ontario law.This article explains what happens when an e … Read more »

Workplace accommodation requests can be critical for employees who face barriers due to disability, religion, family status, or other protected grounds. In Ontario, employers have a legal duty to accommodate under the Ontario Human Rights Code (“Code”) to the point of undue hardship.When an accommod … Read more »

Performance reviews are essential tools for evaluating employee productivity, aligning individual goals with business objectives, and improving workplace performance. In Ontario, however, these reviews must be carried out with legal care and consistency to avoid potential liability. Employers must e … Read more »

When disputes arise over the interpretation of employment contracts, the legal principle of contra proferentem often plays a significant role. This doctrine, which means “against the offeror” in Latin, is designed to protect employees in situations where the wording of a contract is unclear or ambig … Read more »