Our annual Year in Review is here. In this article, Lesley Campbell, Ryan Freeman, Amanda Cohen, Rhonda B. Levy, and Owais Hashmi outline the most influential labour and employment decisions of 2025 and highlight two upcoming rulings that employers can expect to plan for the year ahead
Practice Area: Workplace Safety & Insurance
2026 Labour Relations Seminar: An Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) and Hicks Morley
In this annual labour relations seminar, we—along with Ontario fire chiefs and renowned guest speakers—provided insight and guidance on labour relations issues currently impacting the fire service.
WSIB Claims Management – A Detailed Overview of the Life of a Claim
Managing WSIB claims has become increasingly complex. 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.
We Welcome Knowledge Management Lead Rhonda B. Levy to Hicks Morley
We are excited to share that Rhonda Levy has joined Hicks Morley as our new Knowledge Management Lead! Deeply committed to innovation, current awareness, and advancing lawyer and client education, Rhonda will lead our knowledge management efforts, strengthening how we support our lawyers and deliver exceptional client service through our collective firm knowledge.
Rhonda B. Levy
Rhonda Levy is our Knowledge Management Lead operating out of Hicks Morley’s Toronto office. Rhonda leads our Professional Development program and maintains that innovation through legal technology is crucial. Deeply committed to current awareness and lawyer and client education, Rhonda is responsible for monitoring legislative developments, significant judicial decisions and arbitral awards, and for ensuring that our lawyers and clients are made aware of them in a timely manner. She is also dedicated to providing our lawyers with a robust collection of knowledge management resources so they can practice in an agile manner.
WSIB Claims Management: Appeals Process and Advocacy at the WSIB and the WSIAT
Master the WSIB and WSIAT appeals process with confidence. Join Stephanie Savoni and Rebecca Feldman on June 18 to learn how to avoid common pitfalls, prepare evidence and develop a strong theory of case while gaining insights into effective advocacy.
WSIB Claims Management: Mental Stress Claims – Building on the Fundamentals and Best Practices
Ready to strengthen your WSIB claims management strategy? Join Mariana Kamenetsky and Kimberly Dias on February 11 to explore the best practices designed to help you mitigate costs and resolve claims successfully!
Ontario’s Working for Workers Seven Act, 2025 Receives Royal Assent
Ontario continues its “Working for Workers” initiative with Bill 30, introducing major updates for employers. Mari Maimets, Nadine Zacks and Daryl Seupersad outline the key changes introduced and highlight what employers should take note of to be prepared.
Hicks Morley Named the 2026 “National Law Firm of the Year” for Labour and Employment Law by 2026 Best Law Firms™ – Canada
We are thrilled that, for the 3rd year in a row, Hicks Morley has been named the 2026 “National Law Firm of the Year” in Labour and Employment Law by Best Law Firms™ – Canada.
Ontario Bar Association CPD Program: Insights from Both Sides: Mastering Witness Examination in Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals
Hicks Morley’s Stephanie Savoni will be co-chairing an upcoming Ontario Bar Association CPD program on November 5. Joined by Daryl Seupersad and others, the panel will share practical techniques and insights on witness examination in WSIB and WSIAT appeals.