A former chief operating officer’s $18-million profit-sharing claim has been recognized as a valid debt in the bankruptcy of YSL Residences, despite arguments it was an equity claim that should …
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Nova Scotia tribunal finds worker’s chronic symptoms linked to 2005 workplace head injury
A Nova Scotia workers’ compensation appeals tribunal has ruled that a worker’s ongoing cognitive problems and headaches are connected to a workplace head injury he suffered nearly 20 years ago, …
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PREMIUM Ontario court rules probationary employment clause void, awards three months’ notice
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Arbitration/Labour RelationsFeatured
Carpenters union wins certification at two Baydo construction firms despite employer challenges
The Saskatchewan Labour Relations Board has certified the United Brotherhood of Carpenters & Joiners of America Local 1985 as the bargaining agent for carpenters at two separate Baydo construction… Free …
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PREMIUM Federal Court orders new investigation into Indigenous worker’s discrimination complaint
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A 64-year-old engineer who worked just six months as vice-president of engineering at a British Columbia communications company has been awarded five months’ severance pay after a judge rejected the …
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PREMIUM Migrant farm worker awarded $5,000 for mental distress after wrongful termination during COVID-19
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Royal Ottawa psychologist loses fight with union over disability benefits advice
A psychologist who received a $50,000 settlement after her termination from the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group has failed in her bid to prove her union breached its duty of …
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Honourariums are gratitude, not wages: Tribunal dismisses claim against Richmond Poverty Reduction Coalition
The B.C. Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed claims by three participants in a pedestrian safety project who sought $200 honouraria each, ruling that the payments are expressions of gratitude for volu… …
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FeaturedProfessional Misconduct
Nursing board upholds advice for retirement home nurse who failed to update care plans
The Health Professions Appeal and Review Board has confirmed a decision to issue professional advice to a registered practical nurse at an Ontario retirement home who failed to properly document …