Following a work-related back injury, a 45-year-old husband and father of two in British Columbia is without work, and must support himself with a cane to walk. The former sheet metal worker recently decided to go public with his struggles and the alleged...
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Month: January 2020
British Columbia employment law focuses on keeping workers safe
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Jan 22, 2020 | Employment Law
Workers in British Columbia have the right to safe work environments. Employment law in Canada describes the roles of business owners, along with their rights and responsibilities. The law also mandates the responsibilities of employers, supervisors, contractors and...
Employment law: Rights and responsibilities of employees
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Jan 21, 2020 | Employment Law
While it is true that employers in British Columbia are responsible for the health and safety of employees, workers also play a role in their own safety. Employment law mandates the rights and responsibilities of workers in all industries. Effective workplace safety...
Human Rights law: What constitutes retaliation?
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Jan 7, 2020 | Human Rights Law
Many workers' fear of losing their jobs may prevent them from filing human rights complaints at the BC Human Rights Tribunal against their employers when they encounter discrimination contrary to the protected grounds established under the BC Human Rights Code (the...