by David Ertl | Nov 30, 2021 | COVID
The COVID-19 Â pandemic changed the course of history almost overnight. In a matter of days, governments were scrambling to figure out how to stop the spread and keep people safe, and business owners were left wondering how they were going to survive. With these...
by David Ertl | Oct 22, 2020 | COVID
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the lives of Canadians, the government has introduced several measures to assist those in need, including both employers and employees. While many businesses have been forced to close, many employers and employees alike...
by David Ertl | Oct 22, 2020 | COVID
Many Canadians are finding themselves out of job during the coronavirus pandemic. While many have been outright dismissed from their employment, some workers were told that the lay-off is temporary and that their employer expects to call them back. Here, we will...
by David Ertl | Oct 22, 2020 | COVID
There are no shortage of newspaper articles, blogs, etc. commenting on the legality of temporary layoffs. Many are from law firms. A number of articles state that a lay off (even during unprecedented times like these) is a construction dismissal or termination. In...