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CBS Fires Exec Over Las Vegas Post, Not Just Cause
Did a CBS legal executive's online comments about the victims of the Las Vegas shooting justify a ‘just cause’ termination from her…
Insurance Claim Denied? Here’s What You Can Do
You have Long Term Disability Insurance or Short Term Disability Insurance, and your insurance claims have been denied.
Royal Canadian Legion Sends A Chilling Message To Employees: Huffington Post
A former president of the Royal Canadian Legion’s BC/Yukon Command says he was fired after suspending some staff for allegedly harassing a…
B.C. Legion Sends Chilling Message to Employees
B.C. employees who are the target of workplace harassment or are fired for reporting these incidents, are protected by employment & human…
Sexual Harassment at Work: Common in Canada
sexual harassment at work is more common than you realize. An Ontario employment lawyer explains how the law works to protect you.
Independent Contractor or Employee: Do You REALLY Know Which One You Are?
There are various key factors that are used to determine if someone is an employee or an independent contractor. Read the article…
McDonald’s Demanded Staff Speak Only English
A McDonald’s manager demanded that staff only speak English at work. What are employee and employer's rights in the workplace when it…
East Side Mario’s Manager Demands Waitress Wear Bra
The decision by an East Side Mario’s manager to demand that a waitress wear a bra has raised questions about an employee’s…
East Side Mario’s waitress told to wear bra: Know your rights
The 22-year-old employee was told by her manager that a bra is part of her work uniform.