Blog for Employers
We would love to become your “go-to” law firm for employment related matters. Our lawyers are very knowledgeable in this field and can assist employers with all types of employment matters, including advice when the need arises to terminate or lay-off an employee. We can also assist you in developing employment contracts that include non-competition clauses, non-solicitation clauses, confidentiality provisions, non-disclosure agreements, severance limits, stock options, etc. We can also develop your company’s employee handbooks, policy manuals, etc.
We invite you to review some of our blog posts on these subjects below and encourage you to keep watching, as new ones will be posted on a regular basis.
Understanding Your Rights and Responsibilities Under Employment Standards Legislation
The Employment Standards Act (ESA) of British Columbia delineates fundamental entitlements and obligations for businesses and workers alike, encompassing domains such as minimum wage, overtime compensation, leave, and legally mandated holidays. Here is a quick [...]
The Importance of Workplace Investigations: A Fair and Transparent Process
An essential component of preserving an equitable, welcoming, and legally compliant workplace is conducting workplace investigations. When handling accusations about harassment, discrimination, or other types of misbehavior, employers are obligated to undertake a comprehensive and [...]
Managing Employee Leaves of Absence: A Guide for Employers
Although taking time off from work is a common practice in workforce management, it may also provide difficulties for businesses. Employers need to manage several legal responsibilities to make sure they assist their workers and [...]
Q&A: Your Most Frequently Asked Questions About Employment Law
Navigating Employment Law: Answers to Your Most Common Questions Understanding Employment Law Employment law might be difficult, yet it is essential for both employers and employees. This book covers the most commonly asked issues concerning [...]
Common Mistakes Employers Make: Avoid These Pitfalls
Introduction: The Cost of Common Mistakes Employers frequently face problems that can result in costly mistakes. Understanding and avoiding these traps is critical to sustaining a healthy and productive workplace. Here's a guide on frequent [...]
Workplace Safety Tips for Small Businesses: Protecting Your Employees
Small firms may confront distinct issues in terms of worker safety. However, implementing appropriate safety measures is critical for protecting your staff and fostering a healthy work environment. Here are some important tips to help [...]
Creating a Harassment-Free Workplace: A Practical Guide
Introduction In today's business environment, encouraging a harassment-free workplace is essential to creating a healthy and productive company culture as well as being required by law. Any kind of harassment has the potential to lower [...]
New BC Wage Increase: What Employers Need to Know
Introduction For companies, the latest wage hike in British Columbia (BC) represents a major shift. Comprehending the implications of the recently implemented legislation is crucial for enterprises. What employers should know about the BC wage [...]
B.C. Minimum Wage Increase Announced: What You Need to Know
The minimum wage in B.C. has been steadily rising since 2015. On June 1, 2024 the minimum wage in B.C. will increase to $17.40 an hour, which represents a 3.9% increase. This increase is being [...]
Navigating Workplace Harassment: An Employer’s Duty to Investigate
As workplaces evolve, so do the expectations placed on employers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for their employees. In British Columbia, like many jurisdictions, addressing workplace harassment is not only a moral imperative [...]
A Path Towards Pay Equity? – The Pay Transparency Act and New Obligations on Employers
According to Statistics Canada, British Columbia has one of the biggest divides between pay for men and women in Canada. In an effort to increase pay equity and decrease the gender pay gap in British [...]
How to hire a temporary foreign worker in BC
It is becoming increasingly common to rely upon Temporary Foreign Workers in British Columbia, especially in sectors such as hospitality, construction, and agriculture. As we come into spring and summer in the Fraser Valley and [...]