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Malini Vijaykumar on CTV’s Ask the Expert: Severance, Toxic Workplaces, and the Risks of “DIY” Legal Advice

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Malini Vijaykumar

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Malini Vijaykumar joined CTV’s Ask the Expert this week to discuss workplace rights, especially in today’s uncertain economic climate.

She explained the basics of severance packages, including why severance can vary widely and why employees shouldn’t assume an offer is “standard” or non‑negotiable. Malini also discussed employee rights in toxic workplaces, including harassment, and what steps people can take when work environments become harmful or unsafe.

Malini also covered growing trend: more people are turning to ChatGPT and other AI tools for legal information. While these tools can be helpful for general education, they can also be misleading. Employment law is highly fact‑specific, and relying on AI can result in misinformation.

Watch her interview here.

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