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We are SpringLaw, a Canadian boutique law firm practicing exclusively in the areas employment, labour and human rights law. We work with a wide range…
SpringLaw | Canada | 29 Nov 2023
It’s All in the Timing: The Best and Worst Times to Terminate Employees
The English magician Tony Corinda once said: “Good timing is invisible. Bad timing sticks out a mile”. As employment lawyers, we talk a lot about the…
SpringLaw | USA | 22 Nov 2023
Learning Lessons from OpenAI’s Pitfalls: Preparing for the Potential Ripple Effect of Terminations
Earlier today we learned that Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI the company behind ChatGPT, was returning to his post as CEO, bringing a captivating story to…
SpringLaw | Canada | 15 Nov 2023
AI in the Hiring Process - Legislative Changes and Risks for Employers to Consider
The Ontario government recently introduced Bill 149 - Working for Workers Act, 2023 which includes planned amendments to the rules regarding job…
SpringLaw | Canada | 8 Nov 2023
British Columbia Becomes The Second Province with Pay Transparency Legislation
On November 1, 2023 British Columbia’s new Pay Transparency Act (“Act”) took effect, which requires employers throughout British Columbia to post…
SpringLaw | Canada | 1 Nov 2023
Ontario’s Working for Workers Act, 2023: Key Changes Affecting Employers
On October 26, 2023, the Working for Workers Act, 2023 (the “Act”), the Ontario Government’s third iteration of this legislation aimed at protecting…
SpringLaw | Canada | 25 Oct 2023
Practical Tips on How Employers Can Meet Their Joint Health and Safety Committee Obligations
In Ontario, employers must abide by the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) to ensure the safety of their workplace and workers. One legal…
SpringLaw | Canada | 18 Oct 2023
You’ve been served with notice to bargain, now what?
Receiving a notice to bargain can be overwhelming for an employer, especially if it is to negotiate a first collective agreement. It is important to…
SpringLaw | Canada | 12 Oct 2023
Approaching, Understanding and Implementing Legal Settlements
At a time when our civil justice system is plagued by extreme delay, I am grateful to practice law in an area that is well known for its focus on…
SpringLaw | Canada | 4 Oct 2023
Respect in the Workplace Policies: An Employer’s Starting Point for DEIB Initiatives
Employers often state that promoting DEIB initiatives is a top priority, and they ask us how best to improve on the start they’ve made (or how to get…
