Employers in British Columbia face many challenges when it comes to the human rights of their employees. Under employment law, unanticipated claims may arise, and because they were not evident at first, employers can find themselves in a tight spot. One of the areas...
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Employment law: Collaboration can provide safe workplaces
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Mar 20, 2018 | Labour And Employment Law
The safety of employees of British Columbia businesses is not only a concern for the workers, it should be the primary concern of employers as well. The fact that employment law requires employers to provide safe workplaces should not put a burden on employers...
Employment law: 4 factors to maintain pay equity
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Mar 1, 2018 | Labour And Employment Law
In British Columbia, employers must comply with workplace equity laws. Under the employment law of Canada, job descriptions and the wages offered for each position must not be based on the person but rather the job. The remuneration for men and women must be equal for...
Employment law and the validity of harassment allegations
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Jan 15, 2018 | Labour And Employment Law
Workplace harassment has been a topic that was the subject of discussion in many British Columbia industries in recent months. Under employment law, employees have the right to safe workplace environments, but employers have the right to protection against groundless...
Employment law: Supreme court rules on discrimination
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Jan 10, 2018 | Labour And Employment Law
Following a claim of workplace discrimination in British Columbia, the Supreme Court of Canada ultimately ruled that such discrimination is possible even if the accused and the claimant are employees of different entities. According to employment law and human rights...
Discrimination trial testing the boundaries of BC employment law
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Apr 21, 2017 | Labour And Employment Law
Canada is a country that promotes tolerance and respect in all aspects of life, including work. Certainly, no person deserves to be subjected to discrimination in the workplace for any reason. The definition of "workplace" is at the heart of a case from British...
B.C. government amends labour law to exempt WHL from minimum wage
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Dec 5, 2016 | Labour And Employment Law
Each province in Canada sets its own minimum hourly wage for workers in that province. However, there are exceptions to this labour law in several provinces, including British Columbia. A local hockey league with teams across the province, including here in Vancouver,...
Labour law evolving to encompass social media
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Sep 2, 2016 | Labour And Employment Law
Social media is a constant presence in the 21st century, both in the lives of private citizens and public corporations. People use it to connect with one another, and businesses use it to connect with consumers. The key to social media versus traditional media is the...
Workplace accident takes the life of British Columbia man
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Aug 12, 2016 | Labour And Employment Law
Employees who have spent decades on the job often become known and loved by many co-workers and customers. They may also be the ones younger, less experienced workers turn to for help and advice. Often, veteran workers are the employees that bosses can depend...
Supreme Court of Canada rules for federally regulated employee
On Behalf of Overholt Law LLP | Jul 18, 2016 | Labour And Employment Law
On July 14, 2016, the Supreme Court of Canada rendered its highly anticipated decision interpreting the Canada Labour Code's provisions prohibiting unjust dismissal of nonunionized federally regulated employees. Specifically, the Supreme Court found that...