We are regularly asked for comments on employment issues of the day, and regarding high-profile cases we are involved with.
Below are posts, media appearance and other employment law updates from Swann Law.
What constitutes undue hardship? It refers to a situation where the accommodation is too disruptive to business operations or otherwise onerous for the employer. For example, if the accommodation would require significant financial costs or fundamentally alter the nature of the job, it may be considered undue hardship and, therefore, not required.
CBC News recently reported on a groundbreaking legal case in Saskatchewan, where a judge recognized the use of emojis to “sign” a contract. While this decision stemmed from a grain buyer dispute, it has the potential to impact employment law.
Should you sue for disability benefits or seek accommodation? Swann Law and Leanne Goldstein, Disability Lawyer, share their insights in an attempt to eliminate the
The suicide of a former high school principal who claimed his reputation was “systematically demolished” by harassment he experienced during an anti-racism training session is a reminder to employers of their obligation to investigate allegations of wrongdoing thoroughly.
In a recent case, a British Columbia tribunal ordered a terminated employee to pay her former employer more than $2,600 after tracking software showed she engaged in time theft while working remotely, reports the Globe and Mail (article linked below).
Understanding the do’s and don’ts of non-solicitation and non-competition agreements is essential to safeguard yourself from potential lawsuits.
