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Read more about the article 5 ways an immigration lawyer can help with your LMIA

5 ways an immigration lawyer can help with your LMIA

  • Post published:March 7, 2024
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By: Nastaran Roushan An immigration lawyer can play a crucial role in ensuring the success of a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) application or LMIA-exempt application providing expert guidance and…

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Read more about the article Minimising Claims Costs for Schedule 2 Employers in Ontario: Expert Tips from a Workers’ Compensation Law Firm

Minimising Claims Costs for Schedule 2 Employers in Ontario: Expert Tips from a Workers’ Compensation Law Firm

  • Post published:June 13, 2023
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By: Samantha Seabrook As a Schedule 2 employer in Ontario, managing claims costs is vital to safeguard the financial well-being of your organisation. You pay dollar-for-dollar the costs of a…

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Read more about the article <strong>Ontario Labour Movement Proves It Is a Force to Be Reckoned With</strong>

Ontario Labour Movement Proves It Is a Force to Be Reckoned With

  • Post published:November 11, 2022
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By: Karina Pogosyan Last week, our firm published an article about the Ford government’s decision to pass Bill 28 back to work legislation, effectively removing CUPE education workers’ right to…

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Read more about the article <strong>Bill 28 and the Right to Strike</strong>

Bill 28 and the Right to Strike

  • Post published:November 4, 2022
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Samantha Seabrook and Rebecca Meharchand  We are management-side labour and employment lawyers. Always have been. However, as lawyers, we first must be true to the rule of law, and in…

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Read more about the article The Substratum Doctrine (Start-Ups – this one’s for you)

The Substratum Doctrine (Start-Ups – this one’s for you)

  • Post published:October 31, 2022
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By Samantha Seabrook A growing organization means lots of changes, re-jigging positions, moving people around the org chart, and quickly expanding roles. Hey, that’s how you create an agile, competitive,…

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Read more about the article A (Toxic) Star is Born: Why High Performers Shouldn’t Get a Pass on Toxic Behaviour

A (Toxic) Star is Born: Why High Performers Shouldn’t Get a Pass on Toxic Behaviour

  • Post published:October 26, 2022
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By: Rebecca Meharchand and Samantha Seabrook What is a “Toxic Star”? Every industry has its key players and high performers. But there are some in which high employee performance somehow…

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Read more about the article What is the “Right to Disconnect”?

What is the “Right to Disconnect”?

  • Post published:October 22, 2022
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By: Samantha Seabrook and Rebecca Meharchand Earlier this year, Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development Monte McNaughten announced that Ontario was implementing a “right to disconnect” from work…

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Effective investigations require more than technic Effective investigations require more than technical skill.
They demand awareness, of people, culture, and the impact every decision leaves behind.

At SWL, we bring together legal judgment and human understanding.
This combination allows us to handle complex workplace matters with precision, care, and accountability.

Recent insights on Good Work News explore these themes:
“Why Kindness and Compassion Are Critical in Workplace Investigations” by Ted Panagiotoulias
“The Subtle Signs of a Toxic Workplace Culture” by Amelia Perfetto

Both articles highlight how thoughtful investigation and early cultural insight protect organizations and strengthen trust.

Read more on Good Work News: https://seabrookworkplacelaw.ca/good-work-news/

#EmploymentLaw #WorkplaceInvestigations #Leadership #HR #EmployeeRelations #GoodWorkNews
The New York State Bar Association Labor & Employm The New York State Bar Association Labor & Employment Law Section Fall Meeting brought together leading voices from across North America to discuss the future of work across borders.

Samantha Seabrook will join a panel offering a Canadian perspective on employment law, sharing insights on how U.S. professionals can better navigate cross-border workplace issues involving Ontario employees and operations.

From compliance nuances to cultural context, these conversations strengthen collaboration and clarity for those managing teams and clients in both countries.

Events like this remind us how important it is to stay informed, connected, and proactive in building healthier, legally sound workplaces across jurisdictions.

Stay tuned!

#EmploymentLaw #LabourLaw #CrossBorderWork #LegalInsights #Leadership #CanadianLaw #WorkplaceCulture
The HR Coaching Call with Ted Panagiotoulias explo The HR Coaching Call with Ted Panagiotoulias explored one of the most critical — yet often misunderstood — areas of workplace leadership: how to conduct investigations that are fair, effective, and human-centered.

In this session, Ted shared insights from real-world experiences, highlighting what separates a successful investigation from one that leaves lasting damage.

Participants learned how to manage sensitive situations with clarity, consistency, and compassion, while maintaining the integrity of the process.

For HR professionals and leaders, these lessons are invaluable. A well-handled investigation protects trust, reinforces accountability, and strengthens workplace culture.

Stay tuned for our next HR Coaching Call. Each session is designed to bring practical insights and real lessons from the field to help you lead with confidence.

Tuesday 21 at 11:30am ET. 
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/K9ZDGAR-QD62NROVnzcLLA

#WorkplaceInvestigations #EmploymentLaw #Leadership #HR #WorkplaceCulture #ProfessionalDevelopment #GoodPeopleGoodWork
Cross-border employment issues are rarely simple. Cross-border employment issues are rarely simple.

Policies, compliance, and rights can shift the moment work crosses a border.

At the New York State Bar Association Labor & Employment Law Section Fall Meeting (Oct 17–18), Samantha Seabrook will share a grounded perspective on Ontario employment law, from the employee side.

Her panel will focus on what U.S. lawyers need to understand when advising clients with Canadian ties, addressing the nuances that impact both compliance and culture.

Real cases. Real lessons. Clear direction for complex cross-border realities.

October 17, 2025

Register here: nysba.org/committees/labor-employment-law-section/?srsltid=AfmBOopFpiU-HkP5_XynlzWoWpxusTwmCyZxtVeUsHS-zU599Isb1Tmz

#EmploymentLaw #CrossBorderLaw #LabourLaw #LegalInsights #HumanResources #WorkplaceCulture #CanadianLaw
An evening to gather, to feel, and to belong. Thi An evening to gather, to feel, and to belong.

This year, the theme is Belonging, and it is more than a word, it is what we all seek.

Samantha Seabrook will share stories of the Persons Case, moments that shaped belonging for Canadian women, and a reminder that no matter how dark times may feel, belonging is inevitable.

Come to reflect, to celebrate, and to leave inspired.

Garden of Even | October 16, 2025
Register here: https://www.gardenofeven.com/personsday

#gardenofeven #personsday #belonging
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