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.
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.
Patrick Brown: Could the Alleged Sexual Harassment/Assaults Have Been Prevented?
Patrick Brown: Could the Alleged Sexual Harassment/Assaults Have Been Prevented? Yesterday, CTV reported that two women alleged Ontario Progressive Conservative leader Patrick Brown sexually harassed and/or sexually assaulted them. Shortly after the story broke Mr....Employer Alert: Change to WSIA as of January 1, 2018
Employer Alert: Change to WSIA as of January 1, 2018 As of January 1, 2018, an employee can claim workers compensation benefits for chronic or traumatic mental stress that is predominantly caused by workplace harassment In May 2014 I blogged about an administrative...WSIB Benefit Changes Effective January 1, 2018
Claiming benefits through WSIB because of harassment or bullying at work just got much easier.