Sexual Harassment Results in $85,000 Award
Sexual assault, sexual harassment, workplace, human rights, human rights tribunal, damages.
5 Things To Know about Fair Treatment at Work: Contracts, Harassment, Discrimination and more
This blog discusses five things you should know to be treated fairly and with respect and dignity in the workplace.
Can an Employee Stop an Employer from Hiring a Job Applicant?
A recent case deals with the conflict between an employer’s right to hire whomever it wishes and its obligation to provide a safe discrimination-free workplace.
What’s in a name? That which we call a release
When an employee is terminated and offered a severance package, they are almost always asked to sign a release agreement in exchange.
Increased Federal Protections Against Harassment and Violence
The Federal government is consulting the public on changes to the Canada Labour Code to increase protections against harassment and violence.
Increasing Damages for Sexual Assault in the Workplace
Human rights damages are often low. However, the HRTO recently released two significant decisions involving sexual assault that awarding higher amounts.
Not Preventing Sexual Assault and Harassment in the Workplace is Now More Expensive
Not Preventing Sexual Assault and Harassment in the Workplace is Now More Expensive On average, damages awarded to an employee for a breach of the Human Rights Code, remain relatively low, typically $10,000 to $15,000. However, the HRTO recently released two...Broader Protections From Harassment While Working
The Supreme Court recognizes that harassment and discrimination can occur at work whether coming from a boss, co-worker, or fellow contractor.