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Silvera v. Olympia Jewellery Corporation, 2015 ONSC 3760

Released June 15, 2014 | CanLII Ms. Silvera – who had worked at Olympia Jewellery Corporation as a receptionist/administrative assistant – was fired after a two week absence from work due to dental surgery. At the time, she earned $28,000 a year, and had worked for the employer for a year and a half. She brought an action against Olympia for wrongful termination and against …

Consent to Medical Treatment is Not a Waiver of Rights

With the holidays behind us, and all the full potential of the New Year before us, thoughts sometimes turn to our health. Now is the time to dust off the treadmill, avoid the sugary treats and maybe even see the doctor for a checkup. If there are any concerns, the doctor will likely recommend some form of treatment. Treatment can be as simple as a …