Financial Services Lunch & Learn: Federal Workplace Update

This session will be a practical update on federal workplace developments and a focused discussion of hot topics in pensions, benefits and executive compensation for financial institutions. It is intended to help HR and legal teams connect legislative change with their policies, administrative practices and employee programs.

Jamie Scoler

Jamie Scoler, an employment lawyer practising out of Hicks Morley’s Toronto office, advises employers on a variety of matters related to litigation, employment law and human rights.

Ruvanya Kasturiarachchi

Ruvanya Kasturiarachchi is a labour and employment lawyer in Hicks Morley’s Toronto office. She provides advice and representation to employers on a wide range of issues such as grievance arbitration, labour disputes, wrongful and constructive dismissals, employment standards, and human rights.

Christopher Howard

Christopher has a wide range of expertise in managing labour and employment disputes across the public and private sectors, including disputes surrounding accommodation, health and safety, discipline, compensation and union certification.

Bradley Gavin-Williams

Before law school, Bradley managed a unionized retail team, where he administered progressive discipline and navigated accommodation requests. He draws on that experience in advising employers on the same issues today.

Matthew Healey

Matthew brings a pragmatic and solutions-oriented practice approach to labour and employment matters, honed by his practical experience as a labour and employee relations professional for public and private organizations.

WSIB Claims Management: A Detailed Overview of the Life of a Claim

Many issues are impacting employers’ WSIB claims costs, including unsuccessful return-to-work efforts, complicated injuries, psychological conditions, pre-existing conditions, and a lack of monitoring and progress. This workshop will provide a detailed overview of the life of a WSIB claim, along with strategies to better manage these challenging issues.