The latest in Canadian Employment and HR Law from Rudner Law. Produced by LegalTube.ca, in association with LawyerLocate.ca.
Episodes
Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
In today’s episode, Stuart and his guests discuss mental health issues in the workplace, which seem more prevalent than ever. We have come a long way in recognizing mental health issues and supporting those who suffer from them, but we still have a long way to go. Stuart and his guests delve deeper into these issues.
Guest - Mark Biron is the CEO of the Psych Company Mark transitioned out of the corporate world and “always had the long-term goal of working in healthcare to make a direct and positive difference in the lives of others while also helping to run and grow a small business.” -
- https://www.psychcompany.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/psych-company/
- https://www.facebook.com/psych.company/
- https://www.instagram.com/psych.company/
Guest - Chris Robertson, LL.B., Robertson Law Chris is a well-known Employment Lawyer who worked in a big firm, and now has his own firm focused on employment law, and he has his own podcast too. Before his legal career, Christopher was a senior officer with the Canadian Armed Forces.
- https://robertson-law.ca/lawyer/chris-robertson/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-s-r-robertson-b-a-ll-b-10b473a/
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At Rudner Law, we see employment relationships as an extension of your interpersonal ones. This is true regardless of whether you are an employee, a multi-national corporation, a start-up, a family business or a non-profit organization. We recognize that interpersonal relationships are complicated. This is why we focus all our energy and resources into mastering the practice of Employment Law, also referred to as HR or Workplace Law.
Our lawyers have substantial knowledge, expertise and experience in Employment law and pride themselves in focusing on the practical and business concerns of our clients. But we make sure that we look beyond just the law and work with our clients to help them make well-reasoned decisions based on all the relevant factors.
Produced by LegalTube in association with LawyerLocate.ca Inc.
#employmentlaw #employmentlawshow #workplacementalhealth
Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
In this episode of Fire Away, we are joined by Donovan Pyle, founder and CEO of Health Compass Consulting, and author of "Fixing Healthcare". Donovan was named 2025 Benefits Advisor of the Year by the Validation Institute, and he's a thought leader helping mid-size businesses save an average of $1,856 per employee annually.
#employmentlaw #healthcare
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At Rudner Law, we see employment relationships as an extension of your interpersonal ones. This is true regardless of whether you are an employee, a multi-national corporation, a start-up, a family business or a non-profit organization. We recognize that interpersonal relationships are complicated. This is why we focus all our energy and resources into mastering the practice of Employment Law, also referred to as HR or Workplace Law. Our lawyers have substantial knowledge, expertise and experience in Employment law and pride themselves in focusing on the practical and business concerns of our clients. But we make sure that we look beyond just the law and work with our clients to help them make well-reasoned decisions based on all the relevant factors. https://www.rudnerlaw.ca/ Produced by LegalTube in association with LawyerLocate.ca Inc.
Tuesday Jan 20, 2026
Tuesday Jan 20, 2026
In this episode of Fire Away, we dive into the fascinating world of compensation design and HR innovation. Our guest, Scott Trumpolt, is the Managing Director and Principal Consultant at Trumpolt Compensation Design Solutions (TCDS). With over 30 years of experience, Scott has transformed compensation planning and HR strategies across global markets, from North America to Europe and beyond.
#employmentlaw #compensation
About Scott Trumpolt
Scott’s background includes 18 years in corporate HR leadership roles across the U.S. and Germany, followed by over a decade of consulting across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Caribbean. His experience spans market-based pay structures, sales incentive programs, career architecture, and job classification systems—all tailored to meet the specific needs of each client. https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-trumpolt-m-a-g-r-p-257a6b317/
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At Rudner Law, we see employment relationships as an extension of your interpersonal ones. This is true regardless of whether you are an employee, a multi-national corporation, a start-up, a family business or a non-profit organization. We recognize that interpersonal relationships are complicated. This is why we focus all our energy and resources into mastering the practice of Employment Law, also referred to as HR or Workplace Law. Our lawyers have substantial knowledge, expertise and experience in Employment law and pride themselves in focusing on the practical and business concerns of our clients. But we make sure that we look beyond just the law and work with our clients to help them make well-reasoned decisions based on all the relevant factors.
Produced by LegalTube in association with LawyerLocate.ca Inc.
Tuesday Dec 16, 2025
Tuesday Dec 16, 2025
In Part 2 of this episode of Fire Away, Stuart and the firm’s lawyers discuss employment law updates from 2025, as well as look to the future by discussing what 2026 is expected to bring.
What to Expect in 2026:
- New job posting requirements/other legislative updates (Brittany Taylor)
- AI - Future-Proofing your Workplace (David Gelles)
- Litigation - Increase in Small Claims Court limits will impact where some employment law cases are filed (Geoffrey Lowe)
- Court/tribunal schedules
- Changes to the Rules (Alex Minkin)
- Return to office mandates (Nadia Zaman)
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At Rudner Law, we see employment relationships as an extension of your interpersonal ones. This is true regardless of whether you are an employee, a multi-national corporation, a start-up, a family business or a non-profit organization. We recognize that interpersonal relationships are complicated. This is why we focus all our energy and resources into mastering the practice of Employment Law, also referred to as HR or Workplace Law. Our lawyers have substantial knowledge, expertise and experience in Employment law and pride themselves in focusing on the practical and business concerns of our clients. But we make sure that we look beyond just the law and work with our clients to help them make well-reasoned decisions based on all the relevant factors.
Produced by LegalTube in association with LawyerLocate.ca Inc.
Tuesday Dec 16, 2025
Tuesday Dec 16, 2025
In Part 1 of this episode of Fire Away, Stuart and the firm’s lawyers discuss employment law updates from 2025, as well as look to the future by discussing what 2026 is expected to bring. The 2025 employment law updates discussed include:
- Termination clauses (David Gelles)
- Constructive Dismissals (Nadia Zaman)
- Mitigation (Geoffrey Lowe)
- Accommodation (Nadia Zaman)
- Damages - post-dismissal compensation (Alex Minkin)
- Return to office, hybrid and remote work (Nadia Zaman)
- Legislation (Brittany Taylor)
- Terminations - Cause, notice periods (Stuart Rudner)
- Investigation (Geoffrey Lowe)
- Damages - discussion of general damages (Alex Minkin)
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At Rudner Law, we see employment relationships as an extension of your interpersonal ones. This is true regardless of whether you are an employee, a multi-national corporation, a start-up, a family business or a non-profit organization. We recognize that interpersonal relationships are complicated. This is why we focus all our energy and resources into mastering the practice of Employment Law, also referred to as HR or Workplace Law. Our lawyers have substantial knowledge, expertise and experience in Employment law and pride themselves in focusing on the practical and business concerns of our clients. But we make sure that we look beyond just the law and work with our clients to help them make well-reasoned decisions based on all the relevant factors.
Produced by LegalTube in association with LawyerLocate.ca Inc.
Tuesday Nov 18, 2025
Tuesday Nov 18, 2025
In this episode of Fire Away, Stuart welcomed guests - Jill Bartley and Ryan Ellis - for an engaging discussion centered around questions about HR that are often asked by business owners.
The conversation is dynamic and insightful, as the three delve into various challenges and best practices in human resources. Listeners gain valuable perspectives and practical advice to assist in effectively navigating the complexities of managing human capital.
Where to Find the Guests:
#hr #employmentlaw
Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
This month Stuart and his guest, Marcel Strigberger, chat about his book: "First, Let’s Kill the Lawyer Jokes: An Attorney’s Irreverent Serious Look at the Legal Universe".
Marcel is a retired Toronto area litigation lawyer, and his book is a humourous and philosophical look behind the curtain of the justice system from his eyes.
Where to Find Marcel:
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
Stuart and his guests, Jared Correia and Mark Robins, have a discussion about podcasting & marketing for the legal industry. They discuss how marketing has changed over the years, and they provide some insight into the impacts on promoting services in the legal vertical market, along with other industries. #podcasting #legalmarketing
Guest: Jared D. Correia, Esq. is the Founder and CEO of Red Cave Law Firm Consulting. He is a former practicing attorney, and has been advising lawyers and law firms for over a decade. Learn more: https://redcavelegal.com/about/
Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
Stuart is joined by author and former VP of US Delivery Operation in the US at UPS, Noel Massie. They discuss some of the challenges faced with promotions into a leadership role.
Getting promoted is one of the most exciting events in a career. Yet many are placed in the role without any knowledge of what it takes to be a leader, let alone a great leader. You’re expected to sink or swim, and most companies don’t provide any support or leadership training either before or after the promotion.
About Noel Massie
- https://NoelMassie.com
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/noel-massie-8b7511a/
- https://www.instagram.com/noellmassie/
Noel Massie began working for UPS part time during college and rose through the ranks to become vice president for UPS’s US Delivery Operations. Before his retirement in 2019, he oversaw 200,000 employees who were led by 12,000 supervisors.
Tuesday Jul 15, 2025
Tuesday Jul 15, 2025
Criminal defence lawyer, Mitchell Worsoff, and Assistant Crown Attorney, Henry Poon, join Stuart for an exploration of where employment law and criminal law intersect.
Guests:
Mitchell Worsoff
Worsoff Law Firm https://www.worsofflaw.ca/
Mitchell Worsoff has been practising as a criminal defence lawyer defending individuals charged with criminal, regulatory, administrative, and professional disciplinary matters across the Province of Ontario.
Henry Poon, Assistant Crown Attorney, Ministry of the Attorney General