Employee absenteeism is one of the most challenging issues an employer faces. From administering an attendance management plan, to dealing with chronic absenteeism, to terminating an employee’s employment for failure to report to work, employers are often treading cautiously so as not to infringe on an employee’s privacy or human rights.
Training & Events
From accredited continuing legal education programs to special interest sessions for our clients and invited friends, Hicks Morley's conferences and events offer valuable insight into topical issues important to your business and your professional growth.
Conference
Hicks Morley invites law students to join us for a virtual Open House on June 12, 2025 at 5 p.m. The session will feature an interactive, moderated panel discussion, followed by small group breakout sessions. Our firm’s lawyers will provide practical advice to help you achieve your career goals, and gain insight into the Hicks Morley student experience.
Webinar
Increasing competition, the rise of remote work and a continually evolving regulatory environment means financial services employers need to stay ahead of these developments to create and maintain a positive, productive, and legally sound working relationship with their employees.
Speaking Engagement
Canadian Association of University Solicitors (CAUS): 2025 Conference
June 5, 2025 - June 7, 2025Hicks Morley’s Frank Cesario—along with the University of Guelph’s Harpreet—will discuss the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (“UCCMS”), why SafeSport is important and what Universities need to consider
In-Person Training
The WSIB return-to-work process is complex. Employers must navigate multiple issues such as meeting return-to-work obligations, managing claim costs and addressing potential concurrent employment law issues.
In-Person Training
Workplace Investigation Training Workshop
May 15, 2025This session focuses on investigation fundamentals. Attendees will learn the key takeaways from case law and best practices for investigating workplace incidents.
Speaking Engagement
Municipal workplaces are increasingly challenged by issues of security, workplace violence, bullying, and harassment. Hicks Morley’s Stephanie Savoni and Nadine Zacks will be leading a session on “Navigating Workplace Risk,” covering legal obligations in health, safety, and mental well-being at OMSSA’s Exchange Conference on May 13.
Webinar
Changes Are Coming to the ESA– Are You Ready?
April 23, 2025Ontario employers need to prepare for significant changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) coming into effect in 2025 and early 2026. These amendments, introduced through various “Working for Workers” Acts, create new obligations regarding employee leaves, information disclosure requirements, and job posting transparency. Organizations must understand these changes to ensure compliance and update their workplace policies accordingly.
Webinar
The world of employment agreements has changed significantly in recent years but through proper terms and structure, employment agreements can help employers mitigate costly litigation and unforeseen financial consequences. This complimentary webinar will provide an overview of the essential components of an employment agreement that, if improperly drafted, have the potential to pose significant financial and litigation risk to an organization.
Virtual Training
Discrimination in the workplace is multi-faceted. Join Jacqueline Luksha and Anoushka Zachariah on April 8 to learn how to identify the types of discrimination at play and the best practices for responding proactively and reactively.