Supreme Court of Canada Rules Future CPP Benefits Not Deductible...
This case dealt with the narrow issue of whether the value of future CPP benefits are deductible under an SEF 44 claim.
Implied Undertaking Rule Inapplicable in Context of Independent Medical Examination
In this case, the Newfoundland & Labrador Court of Appeal considered the scope of the implied undertaking rule in circumstance involving an independent medical examination.
No Obligation to Pay Long Term Incentive Bonus Upon Termination
The Alberta Court of Appeal clarified the law with respect to how long-term incentive plans should be treated when an employee is terminated.
New Summary Judgment Motion Rule Introduced in New Brunswick: More...
As of January 1, 2017, Rule 22 of the New Brunswick Rules of Court for ‘Summary Judgment’ was repealed and replaced. Rule 22 for Summary Judgment has now been transformed from a means to weed out unmeritorious claims to a significant alternative model of adjudication.
Pregnancy Quips Perpetuate Gender Discrimination
Yes, it’s 2017, but gender discrimination continues to persist in many workplaces. Discrimination in employment on the basis of gender is contrary to human rights legislation and leaves an employer vulnerable to liability for its wrongful conduct.
Navigating Employment Law Tricky For Startups
So, you want to launch a business in Nova Scotia? Well, whether you want to disrupt the tech sector, break the Internet or brew some sour beer, you are going to need to understand what it means to be an employer subjected to a litany of employment laws.
“So You Think You Can Dance?” Footwork for Elected Municipal...
Being a municipal councillor is a tough but rewarding calling. New to elected office and not sure where to start? Or, think you’ve seen it all and looking for some new moves?
When the Courts “Exclude” an Exclusionary Clause, Insurers Have a...
The present litigation resulted from two actions launched by Armel Drapeau (Drapeau) following an investigation carried out by the Financial and Consumer Services Commission (Commission) into Drapeau’s business of trading securities.
Union Decertification: Employers, Step Aside
Canadian labour legislation, such as the New Brunswick Industrial Relations Act, is designed to provide employees with the opportunity to establish, and protect, bargaining rights.
The CAO and Council – Leading Down, Out and Up
The most effective CAOs know how to lead ‘down, out, and up.’ That’s the view of Brock University’s David Siegel.