In this unusual employment law (wrongful dismissal) case, we negotiated a settlement for our client just before a scheduled summary trial. The settlement was contingent upon our client swearing an affidavit that he did not have a job nor did he have any job offers or reasonable job prospects as of the date he accepted … Continued
In Shafron v KRG Insurance Brokers (Western) Inc. 2009 SCC 6, the Supreme Court of Canada re-affirmed strict requirements on enforcing restrictive covenants (non-competition clauses) in employment contracts.
This paper proceeds to consider two important recent advances in the theory of damages both in common law and in unionized employment settings.
In this wrongful dismissal matter we represented a well known and highly accomplished and respected broadcaster and actor in negotiations flowing from an employment contract dispute with CTV. The dispute received media attention, and working closely with our client, we were able to resolve the matter quickly and in a manner satisfactory to all parties. … Continued
In the province of British Columbia workers are entitled to be paid overtime pay for work in excess of 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week, pursuant to the Employment Standards Act. Some exceptions exist for categories of workers (eg. high tech workers, articled law students, etc.) but the statutory minimums are of wide application.
TevlinGleadle is very pleased to announce that on October 31, 2008, Murray Tevlin and Dan Gleadle appeared before Madam Justice Ballance of the BC Supreme Court and the Court approved the settlement in the terms proposed. The Court approved the overall $5.75 million dollar settlement amount, the legal fees of class counsel calculated at 20% … Continued
Recent employment law decisions by Canadian Courts mandate a return to basics when measuring damages for breach of employment contracts.
On October 9, 2008, the SCC overturned the decision of the BC Court of Appeal, and reinstated the trial decision in its most significant aspect.
When Will the Court Consider the Distribution Proposal? At the hearing at 9:00 AM on October 31, 2008 we will seek approval of our recommended settlement terms. Who Will Share? Class Counsel will propose that the net settlement amount be distributed only to persons who: a. are members of the Western Star pension class proceeding, … Continued
As Canada’s workforce ages, particularly with so many “baby boomers” nearing retirement age, interest is higher than ever in the subject of workers’ pension rights.
Not only would I use this firm again, but I would be more than happy to refer friends and colleagues to Tevlin Gleadle Curtis, specifically, Mr. McWhinnie and Mr. Kennedy. They have not only renewed my faith in the concept of due process, but did so while conducting themselves in a highly professional and ethical manner, imbued with integrity.