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Canadian Employment Law Today
Issue 551 • Feb. 24, 2010
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CASES AND TRENDS
One day is enough for harassed worker
Boss’ behaviour made employee feel uncomfortable even before first day at work
Contract or conduct?
When someone is induced into breaching a contract, liability comes from the inducement, not the effects of the contract breach
Resignations not always clear-cut
Even if an employee says ‘I quit,’ the surrounding circumstances must be considered before accepting a resignation
CASE IN POINT
Employees who snooze don’t always lose
Furor over sleeping Toronto transit employee a reminder there are many factors to consider before firing for cause
MORE CASES
Forestry worker felled by disregard for safety and authority
Employee showed little regard for company's safety policies and had been disciplined several times previously
Meat inspectors’ attempt to beef up overtime pay quashed
Time spent getting ready for shift not enough to warrant extra pay: Board
YOU MAKE THE CALL
Mechanic gets toasted after shouting match
Worker fired after shouting and gesturing at manager with iron beam
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