How and when to talk to HR
Employees who have the benefit of a Human Resources (“HR”) department or administrator are not always given an explanation of what role that it plays in their work lives. It is generally understood that HR may be in charge of the hiring and recruitment process and perhaps in managing benefits and leaves. They can also […]
Recent Changes to the Universal Child Care Benefit and What It Means for You
Since July 20, 2015, parents of children under the age of 18 will receive an increased benefit, or a new taxable benefit, to help support their growing children. The Universal Child Care Benefit (UCCB), a benefit originally created to provide direct financial support to families with minor children, was expanded and improved back on January […]
Change in Pre- Judgment Interest: Retroactive or Not?
We blogged about the change in the pre-judgment interest rate in March and April of this year. As of January 1, 2015, the Insurance Act was amended to provide that the 5% pre-judgment rate set out in the Rules of Civil Procedure does not apply in motor vehicle accident cases. As a result, pre-judgment interest […]
Finding the Right “Fit” on Fair Terms
In the interview process, it’s easy to fall into discussion about a favourite sports team, restaurant, or common acquaintances. While many companies place a strong emphasis on “fit” in their hiring, there is a distinction to be made between finding someone who shares the same values of a company and exhibits desired qualities like ambition, […]
Incorporation of Realtors May Be a Possibility in the Near Future
Bill 69, Tax Fairness for Realtors Act, 2015 was introduced and was carried after its first reading in the Ontario Legislative Assembly in Feb 2015. If passed, Bill 69 will amend both the Real Estate and Business Brokers Act, 2002 (the “REBA”) and the Business Corporations Act (Ontario) (the “OBCA”) by allowing for the incorporation […]
The “Minor Injury” Guideline
The “minor injury” guideline and treatment protocol has been a part of the motor vehicle accident landscape in Ontario since 2010. A “minor injury” is defined under the Regulations as “a sprain, strain, whiplash associated disorder, contusion, abrasion, laceration or subluxation…”. Medical and rehabilitation funding for a “minor injury” is capped at $3,500.00. The Ontario […]
Changes to Statutory Accident Benefits
In an effort to reduce insurance premiums, the Government has promised to make significant changes to statutory accident benefits. The changes include: An amendment to the test for catastrophic impairment; Including attendant care services with the $1 million medical and rehabilitation benefit for catastrophic impairments; Reducing the standard duration of medical and rehabilitation benefits from […]
Canada’s Anti-Spam Law – One Year Later
It has been almost one year since most of Canada’s Anti Spam Law[1] (CASL) came into force and, in addition to other requirements, individuals and businesses became obliged to obtain consent from a recipient prior to sending them a commercial electronic message. CASL provides the Canadian Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) with a wide range of […]
Updated Workplace Legal Obligations
There have been developments in the laws regulating the workplace since we originally posted this article. With many of the changes coming into effect, including new Employment Standards Act, 2000 posting requirements, we thought it a good time to update and re-post this article. In addition to reaching sales goals, managing expenses, marketing, and a […]