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Stopping Sick Notes, Frustrated Employment Contracts, Risky Quitting and More

April 18, 2024

Each quarter, Spraggs Law publishes a curated selection of articles about trending HR and employment-related topics. This quarter, we include a rundown of example harassment cases and outcomes from The...

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Appalling Harassment Stories, Wrongful Dismissals and More in BC

February 16, 2024

Each month, Spraggs Law publishes Vancouver Legal News, a curated selection of articles about legal issues discussed in the news. This month, we're covering two appalling harassment stories in BC,...

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Top HR Stories, New Canadian Laws and Wrongful Dismissal Cases Affecting Employers in BC

January 19, 2024

Each quarter, Spraggs Law publishes a curated selection of articles about trending HR and employment-related topics. This quarter, we include a recap of 2023's top HR stories and 2024 HR...

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BC Employment Laws: 7 Things Every BC Business Should Review in the New Year 

December 29, 2023

As businesses in British Columbia navigate into the new year, it's crucial to remain vigilant about compliance with provincial employment laws as they evolve. Regularly reviewing and updating company practices...

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The Pay Transparency Act: A Guide for Employers in British Columbia

October 30, 2023

For employers in British Columbia, it's essential to understand the implications of the Pay Transparency Act (the "Act"), which became law in May 2023, with several significant requirements coming into force...

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The Importance of Defining and Enforcing Company Policies in British Columbia

October 24, 2023

One of the most important things learned from the recent case involving the City of Nanaimo and their former Chief Financial Officer is the critical importance (and value) of defining...

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Workplace Equity, Cautionary Workplace Tribunal Cases and Recruitment Challenges

October 20, 2023

Each quarter, Spraggs Law publishes a curated selection of articles about trending HR and employment-related topics. This quarter, we focus on workplace equity and accessibility, followed by three (cautionary) and...

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Family Status Protections, Termination Clauses, Interesting Facts About Employment Laws and More

July 17, 2023

Each quarter, Spraggs Law publishes a curated selection of articles about trending HR and employment-related topics. This quarter we focus on family status protections in BC and examples of employers'...

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The Treatment of “Family Status” Protection Across Canada

July 10, 2023

On July 1st, families across Canada come together to commemorate the birth of our nation and reflect on the valuable rights and freedoms we cherish. These fundamental rights encompass the...

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10 Interesting Tidbits About Canadian Employment Law

July 3, 2023

While having a common history and shared understanding, Canada comprises provinces and territories that have jurisdiction over their own separate employment law regimes. While the commonalities outweigh the differences, in...

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The 4-Day Workweek: Potential Legal Ramifications 

May 31, 2023

If there's a leading employment trend shaping 2023, it's the 4-day workweek. As more businesses scramble to retain their top talent and compete for skilled workers, managing bigger workloads and...

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Secret Recordings, Termination Cautions, Workplace Equity and Microaggression

April 17, 2023

Each quarter, Spraggs Law publishes a curated selection of articles about trending HR and employment-related topics. This quarter we focus on the potential implications of secret recordings in the workplace,...

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