Paid Sick Leave? Sort of
The government promoted the CRSB as a means to “ensure all Canadian workers have access to paid sick leave.”
Refusing a Disabled Customer Access to Washroom Costs Restaurant $10,000
Refusing a Disabled Customer Access to Washroom Costs Restaurant $10,000 The Facts A 23 year old woman was born with a physical disability. As a result, she uses forearm crutches to mobilize which helps her with stability. One day she planned to meet some friends at a...Workplace Bullying: Does My Employer Have To Intervene?
An employer is responsible for investigating any complaints of workplace bullying and harassment made by employees / Occupational Health and Safety Act
Sexual Harassment Results in $85,000 Award
Sexual assault, sexual harassment, workplace, human rights, human rights tribunal, damages.
Human Rights Update: Employer ordered to pay about 6 months pay and $20,000 in general damages to a short-service employee for age discrimination
Human Rights Update: Employer ordered to pay about 6 months pay and $20,000 in general damages to a short-service employee for age discrimination A recent case is a cautionary tale for all employers who are thinking about not attending a hearing at the Human Rights...Wrongful Dismissal Update: Ontario court reaffirms cap of 24 months reasonable notice unless exceptional circumstances exist
Wrongful Dismissal Update: Ontario court reaffirms cap of 24 months reasonable notice unless exceptional circumstances exist Earlier this year, a trial judge concluded that a 62 year Senior Vice President who was terminated after 37 years service was entitled to 30...How to Quantify Damages for a Union Employee When Reinstatement is Inappropriate
How to Quantify Damages for a Union Employee When Reinstatement is Inappropriate An arbitrator who upholds a grievance can reinstate the employee, or order the employer to pay the employee damages. In a 2018 arbitration case, Arbitrator Surdykowksi decided how to...When Should Unionized Employees Consult an Employment Lawyer?
Are you a unionized employee dealing with an employment matter but having difficulty finding a lawyer that will assist you?