Nicole Simes gets named Barrie’s 3 Best Rated Employment Lawyer
Nicole Simes, of Simes Law has been listed amongst Barrie’s Top Three Best Rated lawyers, as of May 2024. Ms. Simes, who has served the residents of Barrie and Simcoe county for over 11 years, has stated that she “is proud of this recognition, and honoured with the trust given to her by hard-working Barrians […]
A simple guide to Termination Pay
Does your employer owe you upon termination? Termination can be a difficult and stressful experience for any employee. It is often hard to know, what, if anything, your employer owes you, making it difficult to know if what you’re being offered is fair. At Simes Law, we are committed to ensuring you know your rights […]
3 Reasons To Ask An Employment Lawyer To Review Your Contract.
Getting a new job can be thrilling. Especially after a lengthy job hunt or interview process and in the rush of excitement – it is normal for employees to want to “seal the deal” and sign their new employment contract right away. However, employment contracts contain legal language and clauses that are complex and hard […]
Employment and Human Rights Lawyer
About Us Simes Law is an up-and-coming boutique employment and human rights law firm. Our lawyers possess strength and passion for their work. We are dedicated to translating complex employment laws into clear and understandable concepts so that employers and employees know their rights, obligations, and options. Why Simes Law? About the role: About the […]
Scotiabank cuts its workforce: What do employees need to know?
Termination is an extremely stressful experience for employees, especially when it comes to understanding what you are owed by your employer. This can be even more true for people who work at federally regulated employers. This includes businesses like banks such as Scotiabank, or RBC, telecom businesses, or businesses in international or cross-provincial travel. Employees […]
Common ESA mistakes to avoid during terminations
Employers and human resources professionals are familiar with the Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA) and that it plays a role insetting out what an employee must receive at the time of termination. However, in our practice, we have noted several common areas where there is often confusion about the specific, sometimes technical, requirements of the ESA. Further, courts […]
Mass terminations in Ontario: Considerations and upcoming changes
Most employers in Ontario are aware of the notice requirements under Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (the “ESA”) in the event of a termination. However, not all employers are aware that these entitlements can increase drastically if the number of employees terminated triggers a mass termination under the ESA. What is a mass termination? A mass termination occurs if […]
Know your jurisdiction – Considerations for employers with employees in different provinces
National employers are well aware that the legislated employment standards differ widely between provinces. Keeping up with the changing law in different jurisdictions can be a challenge for companies with a workforce that is spread across the country. Since the pandemic, understanding the implications of employees working remotely from another province has also become a […]