There is a distinct difference between simply being a bad leader and one who is mentally abusive. That notion was confirmed in a recent appeal of an Alberta Worker’s Compensation …
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White worker shot black colleague with nail gun, but racism not a factor: Appeal court
The Nova Scotia Court of Appeal has upheld an 18-month conditional sentence for a man who shot a co-worker with a nail gun, despite efforts by the Crown to put …
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B.C. rail worker who disabled ‘deadman’s switch’ with tape awarded his job back
A rail maintenance worker in B.C. was awarded his job back after being fired for what his employer considered a major breach of safety protocol. Ramon Quiambao was a guideway …
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“I love you, I’ve been shot at work.” Those were the last words of Josh Pinkard, the plant manager at Henry Pratt in Aurora, Ill., who was gunned down by …
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This webinar will discuss the key elements in conducting a successful investigation, including creating the right roadmap, collecting the evidence, and due process for the employees involved.
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Everything You Need to Know About Overtime Pay in Canada, on the Employment Law Show with employment lawyer Lior Samfiru. Discover your workplace rights and learn everything you need to …
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For bars and restaurants, serving an intoxicated customer is not only a bad idea – it can be illegal and have significant financial consequences for employers and employees alike. In …
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Most people struggle with the concept of wrongful dismissal and how it applies to their circumstances. We pose ten important questions, answers of which will help you determine whether you …
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The story behind one of the most important cases in Canadian employment law. Transcript of Podcast (Note: Transcript is auto generated and unedited.) If you’ve ever been fired from a …
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My favourite number is 11, and there’s zero-per-cent chance you can guess why. The Humber clan had a pool table in the basement. Slate covered in green felt, surrounded by …