employment law 101
Our lawyers regularly post information here to empower you with free, reliable legal information. These articles generally apply to non-unionized, provincially-regulated workplaces. If you have a workplace legal issue, and are not sure where to start, start here.
Quick links to categories
-
Intercultural Mediation
In today’s interconnected world, conflicts often arise from cultural misunderstandings, differing values, and deeply held beliefs. These disputes can escalate quickly, impacting workplaces, communities, and institutions. That’s where skilled mediation makes all the difference. What Is Intercultural Mediation? It is a structured process that helps bridge understanding between people from different cultural backgrounds. As a mediator…
-
Sick of sick notes? What employees and employers need to know about changes to the BC Employment Standards Act
Sick of sick notes? What employees and employers need to know about changes to the BC Employment Standards Act For years, BC employees have been playing the game of Sick Note Triathlon: waking up with a sore throat or other symptoms, sprinting to the closest clinic, and waiting behind a dozen other miserable-feeling people to…
-
Can You Really Get Sued for Quitting Your Job? Here’s What the Law Says
Can You Really Get Sued for Quitting Your Job? Here’s What the Law Says Leaving a job can be emotional. For employees, it may mean a fresh start or simply the relief of moving on. For employers, it can cause disruption: scrambling to cover workloads, reassuring clients, and managing change. With so much at stake,…