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WorkSafeBC 101: The Basics for Employers and Workers
What does WorkSafeBC cover? How does it connect with employment law? As a former Review Officer with WorkSafeBC, I understand how confusing and complex workers’ compensation issues can be for both employers and injured workers. Now, as an employment lawyer, I assist both employers and workers in effectively navigating this system. In this article, I…
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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…
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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…