Fired for being "too sexy" not a wrongful dismissal
Reading last week’s headlines about the case of Debrahlee Lorenzana, the New York banker claiming she was fired because her good looks distracted her male colleagues, raised an alarm as …
Romance in the Workplace
Cédric P. Lamarche reviews the perils of workplace relationships.
Unionized Employees Have No Hope In Court
Employment Law Question sent to me:Â Is it possible to seek outside representation if one is a Unionized employee? For the most part, you cannot sue your unionized employer …
Blog – Human Rights and Discrimination
Blog – Human Rights and DiscriminationBlog – Human Rights and DiscriminationBlog – Human Rights and DiscriminationBlog – Human Rights and DiscriminationLooking to stay up to date on the latest news …
Boss’ criticisms can be perilous
Today, much of the workforce views a manager’s criticism as “bullying” or “harassment”. As toxic bosses have become a greater liability, their employees no longer call their doctors seeking a note for a leave of absence. Now they call their lawyers. But as harassment is often in the eyes of the beholder, when will a tough boss justify a successful lawsuit?
Company’s failure to properly investigate cost it the case
Today, much of the workforce views itself as being bullied or harassed. Often it is for a good reason. However, as harassment is often in the eyes of the beholder, many companies have become complacent, satisfied to have employees police themselves. As a recent Ontario case illustrates, to do so flirts with a significant lawsuit.