Sunira Chaudhri, an employment lawyer, outlines essential strategies for Canadian employers to navigate new laws, update contracts, and reduce legal risk in 2026. Protect your business now.
South Yorkshire Police mistakenly informed a family their teenage son was killed in a car crash. The teen was actually alive in hospital. The force has launched an investigation.
An arbitrator has ruled a New Brunswick paper mill worker fired for equating Zionists to Nazis must be reinstated with a four-month unpaid suspension. The decision highlights workplace policy limits.
A Tennessee theatre professor fired for sharing a Charlie Kirk quote is back at work after the university admitted it violated due process. He will receive a $500,000 settlement.
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines seven critical strategies for Canadian businesses to navigate the unforgiving legal landscape of 2026. Discipline, not clever tactics, is key to survival.
A former Alberta Health Services board member claims in court documents he was targeted for supporting ex-CEO Athana Mentzelopoulos. Premier Smith says she was unaware.
A Detroit suburb agrees to a $3.25 million settlement after paramedics declared a woman dead, only for her to be found alive at a funeral home. Get the full story on this tragic case.
A Saskatoon school complex sent students home early on their first day back after the winter holiday, prompting questions from the NDP. Get the full story on the unexpected closure.
A violinist has filed a lawsuit against actor Will Smith and his management company, alleging wrongful termination and sexual harassment. The legal action was initiated in January 2026.
The City of Windsor has refused a CTV Windsor Freedom of Information request regarding a wrongful dismissal lawsuit settlement. Get the details on this municipal transparency case.
A U.S. judge has overturned an 18-year prison sentence, ordering a new trial for a woman convicted after a stillbirth. This case reignites debates on reproductive justice and criminal law.
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt reveals how the balance of power shifted in Canadian workplaces in 2025, with courts siding decisively with employees on termination, remote work, and more.
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines four disciplined practices for Canadian employers to legally manage remote workers, reassert control, and avoid costly settlements.
A Winnipeg health-care manager diagnosed with PTSD after witnessing a workplace stabbing is suing Seven Oaks General Hospital and the WRHA for wrongful dismissal. Read the full story.
Canadian employment lawyer Howard Levitt explains why dismissing staff before or during the holidays is not only inhumane but also exposes employers to significant legal liability and bad faith damages.
A Canadian journalist's symptoms were dismissed by her OB-GYN, delaying a diagnosis of aggressive stage 3C neuroendocrine cancer. Her story highlights systemic issues in women's healthcare.
Mahendra 'Mick' Patel spent weeks in jail after reaching to grab a toddler he thought was falling. The case was dismissed, but the ordeal left a stain on his reputation. Read the full story.
A former Alberta Health Services board member alleges a political fixer and publisher were paid to discredit him before testifying in a wrongful dismissal lawsuit. Lawyers secured a rare court order to investigate.
A B.C. judge has upheld a $33,000 wrongful eviction award for Vancouver tenants. The ruling reinforces tenant protections under provincial law. Learn the details of this significant case.
The Los Angeles Angels settled a wrongful death lawsuit with Tyler Skaggs' family as jurors deliberated. The trial revealed details of drug use within the organization. Read the full story.
Daniel Jolivet, convicted of four Brossard murders he denies, is released on bond as the federal justice ministry re-examines his 1992 trial. Read the latest developments.
The federal government has announced a $1.5 million investment in Surrey's Youth Breaking Barriers Gang Prevention Society to expand its critical work steering youth away from gang life through mentorship and outreach. Learn how this funding will impact t
Timothy Rees, 62, is free after the Crown withdrew a murder charge. He spent 23 years in prison for a 1989 child killing he did not commit, a case marred by undisclosed evidence.
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines a strategic roadmap for Canadian remote workers to legally enforce their work-from-home arrangements and avoid constructive dismissal.
Daniel Jolivet, who has served 33 years for four murders, will learn Friday if he can be released on bail while the federal government investigates his case for a potential wrongful conviction.
A former security manager is suing a Winnipeg casino, alleging wrongful dismissal. The case highlights employment disputes in Manitoba's gaming sector. Learn the details of the legal claim.
A Vancouver tenant has successfully had an $82,000 wrongful eviction award reinstated following a legal appeal. The case highlights tenant rights in BC's competitive rental market.
San Diego officials are considering a $30 million settlement for the family of Konoa Wilson, a Black teen fatally shot by police in January 2025. The case has sparked significant debate over police use of force.
A lawyer alleges UPS put profits before safety, leading to a crash that killed 14 in Louisville. Get the latest on the investigation and allegations.
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines critical mistakes to avoid during employee terminations in Canada. Learn the legal essentials for employers and employees.