Labour & Employment
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April 11, 2024
Eclipse of tradition: AI’s ascendancy in the legal era | Maria Mahmoudian
In recent years, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into the field of law has revolutionized legal practice, reshaping how legal professionals approach research, document analysis and decision-making. From enhancing efficiency to improving accuracy, AI technologies have brought about significant changes that have both benefited and challenged legal practitioners worldwide.
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April 11, 2024
Where money laundering meets intellectual property
In the rapidly evolving digital landscape of the 21st century, the concept of intellectual property (IP) has become increasingly significant. With advancements in technology and the growth of the global economy, the protection and enforcement of IP rights have become more crucial than ever.
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April 10, 2024
TYPES OF DAMAGES — Categories of — Loss of enjoyment of life — For personal injuries — Cost of future care
Claim by Plaintiff for damages. Plaintiff was injured when his car was rear-ended. Defendant admitted liability for the accident. As a result of injuries from the accident, the Plaintiff continued to have constant tightness in his neck and mid and low back and intermittent pain in those areas.
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April 10, 2024
Canada’s temporary resident dilemma | Sergio R. Karas
Canada is currently grappling with a significant dilemma concerning its temporary resident population. In recent years, there has been a huge increase in temporary residents, driven by various factors such as a rise in international student enrollment, foreign labour filling job vacancies, and individuals filing refugee claims.
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April 10, 2024
Using AI to bring value to organizations | Connie L. Braun and Juliana Saxberg
For every risk inherent in AI adoption, there is a counter-argument that AI has the potential to unlock benefits and solve real-world problems that have heretofore eluded human capability. Machine Learning technologies are already recognized to be advancing medical research and patient care, improving decision-making, mitigating climate change and distributing food aid more effectively, among other benefits.
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April 09, 2024
Federal Court approves estimated $817M settlement in veterans’ disability benefits class action
The Federal Court has approved a settlement agreement of up to $817 million regarding a class action concerning the underpayment of certain disability benefits administered by Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC).
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April 09, 2024
Mastering termination clauses: Navigating Ontario’s employment legal maze
Navigating the labyrinth of employment law can feel like tiptoeing through a legal minefield, particularly when it comes to termination clauses in Ontario.
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April 09, 2024
EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND BENEFITS — Benefits — Sick leave
Appeal by City of Vancouver (the "Employer") from an award of an arbitrator. The Employer and Vancouver Firefighters' Union, Local 18 (the "Union") were parties to a collective agreement. The collective agreement provided sick leave for covered employees after six months of continuous service. The collective agreement established a system allowing paid benefits for authorized sick leave absences.
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April 08, 2024
Feds invest $2.4 billion in AI, including new office of AI and Data Commissioner
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced a $2.4 billion package to accelerate job growth in Canada’s artificial intelligence (AI) sector, with $5.1 million dedicated to strengthening the enforcement of the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA).
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April 08, 2024
Court quashes decision requiring reinstatement of employees terminated for workplace harassment
The Ontario Superior Court has overturned a decision requiring the reinstatement of employees terminated for sharing explicit text messages about a co-worker on a group chat and rejected the conclusion that the employer could not investigate the issue without a formal complaint.