When it comes to workplace injuries the first thing that comes to mind for most people is likely a serious accident, but this is not the only way in which a worker could be harmed on the job. In certain situations it is possible workplace...
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Month: December 2015
Matters related to disability accomomdations often complex
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Dec 22, 2015 | Labour And Employment Law
Employees in the Canada have certain workplace rights. To keep a business running smoothly, employers need to be aware of various laws which set out these rights, both in legislation and as a result of developments in the common law. While regular workplace...
Multiple techniques available to resolve labour disputes
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Dec 15, 2015 | Labour And Employment Law
Employers and employees have a symbiotic relationship. Employers must rely upon employees for a business to work and employees rely upon employers to make a living. While these relationships often work well, disputes also arise from time-to-time.When an employment...
Following workplace accidents WorkSafeBC will investigate
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Dec 8, 2015 | Workplace Accidents
Workplace accidents can be devastating. In addition to serious injuries that may make it impossible for someone to work for a period of time--or maybe even ever again--in the worst cases, death result. In the province of British Columbia, following an accident of this...