In a previous blog, we discussed what options an employee has available to them if they are being harassed and bullied at work. One of the options we outlined there was for the employee to resign from their employment on the basis that they have been constructively dismissed. What does it mean to be “constructively dismissed?” If an […]
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The law involving the duty to accommodate is complex and constantly evolving. Because of this, it’s helpful for employees and employers to understand the fundamental legal principles upon which the law is based. It is equally important to obtain timely legal advice from a human rights lawyer about how these legal principles may apply to your particular circumstances. An
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Can I stay home from work when it’s snowing? It’s snowing outside, and you’re wondering if you can stay home from work. If you’re in BC, and you have kids, the answer may be “yes!” Under the Employment Standards Act (the “ESA”), if your child has to stay home from school because of a snow day,
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Workplace injuries can be devastating. What should you do if you’ve been injured at work? Most people hurt at work can’t sue in the courts. If you’re in an employment relationship, or you’re an independent business person who carries self-paid insurance premiums with your provincial workers compensation board (called “personal optional protection” or “POP” in
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BC’s Employment Standards Act (ESA) sets out the minimum amount non-unionized employees in BC must receive when their employment ends. This article sets out what these amounts are. It’s important to remember that if you’ve been fired, you could be owed more than just severance under the ESA that’s described below. You could also be entitled to something called
The labour relations process that produces a union-management relationship consists of three phases: union organizing, negotiating a collective agreement, and administering or enforcing the collective agreement. Phase One of Labour Relations Process: Union Organizing In phase one of the labour relations process, a non-union employer becomes unionized through an organizing campaign. The campaign starts either
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What do I do if I’ve been discriminated against? Do you think you’ve been discriminated against? This blog entry sets out what discrimination is under human rights legislation, and what you can do if you’ve been discriminated against. 1) Is the discrimination illegal? Discrimination is illegal under the laws of all provinces and territories in
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Employment law 101 – Fired. Laid off. Terminated. Whatever you call it, losing your job can be devastating. Your job often isn’t only how you make a living, but a big part of who you are. So, if you’ve been fired, what do you do? You should talk to a lawyer before you agree to
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