Workplace Inequality, All-Encompassing Inflation and Local Holiday Light Displays
Each month Spraggs Law publishes Vancouver Legal News, a curated selection of articles about legal issues being discussed in the news. This month we start…
Changes to Sick Leave Entitlements for Employees
Note: This article does not contain legal advice about sick leave entitlements. If you would like advice on your specific situation, please contact Spraggs Law.
Today Rachel Rabinovitch, a human resources consultant in Vancouver, discusses recent changes to sick leave entitlements for employees in British Columbia.
Local Issues Point at Vulnerabilities for Workers, Kids, and Tenants
Each month Spraggs Law publishes Vancouver Legal News, a curated selection of articles about legal issues being discussed in the news. This month we start…
The Potential Chilling Effect the New Evidence Amendment Act May Have on #MeToo
Vancouver lawyer David O’Neill discusses potential fallout from the new Evidence Amendment Act, including challenges faced by people coming forward with #MeToo stories. At Spraggs Law,…
An Overview of Abuse and Harassment in Sports
According to a 2019 survey by AthletesCAN, the association of Canada’s national team athletes, approximately one in five Canadian athletes report experiencing abuse. Harassment and…
Tips on Navigating the End of Temporary Layoff Extensions
With the temporary layoff extensions expiring on August 30, there will probably be a lot of permanent terminations. What should employees keep in mind? How…
COVID-19: Government Resources for Employees and Families
Note: This article about COVID-19 government resources for employees and families does not contain legal advice. If you would like advice on your specific situation,…
How Amateur and Pro Athletes Experience #MeToo
There has been a noticeable and very important change regarding society’s perception on sexual assault and harassment. For many, the natural inclination towards sexual assault…
When Should I Tell My Boss I’m Looking for Another Job?
Guest writer Nevin Thompson, a business writer who covers HR issues, discusses what to do (and what not to do) when looking for a job…
What is ‘Reasonable Notice’ Under B.C. Employment Law?
The rights and duties of employers and employees arise both at common law and under statute. While it is advisable to provide notice for the…
What’s New About #Me-Too?
There has been a noticeable and very important change regarding society’s perception on sexual assault and harassment. For many, the natural inclination towards sexual assault…
Is there Compensation for Dismissal Without Cause in B.C.?
Employers are required to use their judgement, free of bad faith, when terminating employment relationship. Employees who feel they have experienced dismissal without cause may…
