All tagged Employment Law
The law recognizes that workplaces come with their share of frustrations. That said, it is illegal for an employer to subject an employee to a toxic (or poisoned) work environment.
Quitting your job without giving proper notice is considered “wrongful resignation”. Employers can potentially sue employees who wrongfully resign. Whether they are likely to do so depends on several factors.
Physically going into the workplace during a global pandemic is understandably a scary experience, especially during pregnancy. Legal options for working from home or taking a leave of absence, however, depend on an assessment of the nature of the work and the health risks involved.
Can my employer force me to quit my second job? There is no general rule prohibiting someone from working a second job, but there are exceptions.
Constructive dismissal can occur when an employer fundamentally changes the terms of employment, including by significantly reducing an employee’s hours of work or wages.
Does O. Reg. 228/20 prohibit employees from claiming constructive dismissal where their hours of work or their wages are significantly reduced?
COVID-19 is already having widespread impact on workers across Ontario and Canada. This post provides some practical information about your rights in the workplace during this public health emergency.
