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By Rudner Law, Employment / HR Law & Mediation | 4 Minutes Read August 6, 2021

Independent contractor or employee?

key employeesMisclassification of workers is a significant issue, and it exposes both sides to potential liability. “Deciding” whether to treat a worker as an independent contractor or an employee is not as simple as asking them how they want to be paid; courts and the Canada Revenue Agency will look beyond how the parties characterize the relationship and assess its true nature.

Article by Rudner Law, Employment / HR Law & Mediation / Business, Employment Standards, Payroll / classification of employee, employee v. independent contractor, employment law, employment relationship, independent contractor

By Sultan Lawyers | 3 Minutes Read April 30, 2021

Employee vs. independent contractor

Employee misclassification is a common issue in employment law that can result in significant financial consequences to the employer. Specifically, an employer may expose themselves to liability under the applicable employment standards, including in relation to unpaid wages, overtime pay, vacation pay, termination pay and Canadian Pension Plan and Employment Insurance contributions if a court finds that an employee’s role has been inappropriately classified.

Article by Sultan Lawyers / Employment Standards / employee classifications, Employee vs. independent contractor, employment law, independent contractor

By Rudner Law, Employment / HR Law & Mediation | 12 Minutes Read May 4, 2020

COVID-19 fact sheet regarding government support for employees

The purpose of this post is to address some of the frequently asked questions we have received from employees in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic relating to government support, including Canada Emergency Response Benefit, Employment Insurance, and Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy.

Article by Rudner Law, Employment / HR Law & Mediation / Employee Relations, Employment Standards, Health and Safety, Payroll / accommodation, Canada Emergency Response Benefit CERB, Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy, CEWS, constructive dismissal, COVID-19, Employment Insurance, independent contractor, Payroll, personal protective equipment, record of employment, right to refuse work, temporary layoff, workplace safety

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