by Lecker & Associates | Oct 29, 2018 | Cannabis, Featured Articles, Harassment, Stress Leave
Cannabis use is legal in Canada for recreational and medical use. With no employment laws in place specifically addressing its use, employers have filled the gap with workplace policies. If you are a user, then you should understand the law enough to navigate the matter because some workplace policies are sparking heated debates.
by Lecker & Associates | Sep 10, 2018 | Featured Articles, Harassment, Human Rights, Stress Leave, Wrongfully Dismissed, WSIB Claims
Bullying in the workplace is illegal. In spite of the law, reporting a bully can be a very scary step. You run the risk of retaliation if the bully is a senior or valued employee. Almost always, you will require legal assistance to navigate this minefield.
by Lecker & Associates | May 16, 2018 | Disability, Employment Contracts, Featured Articles, Stress Leave
Disability Benefit Contracts supposedly offer peace of mind – The promise of income replacement if you are suddenly disabled or taken ill. Yet claimants often find no peace of mind when they make a claim to receive them.
by Lecker & Associates | Dec 27, 2017 | Employee Rights & Entitlements, Stress Leave
Most employees wear their attendance record like a badge of honour. It symbolizes their work ethic and loyalty to their employer. When ill, it is not uncommon to see many opt to come into the office. This, despite receiving government protected sick leave or employer sponsored disability benefits. While many employees do this out of dedication, some in this predicament fear penalties or losing their job. Nothing could be farther from the truth.
by Lecker & Associates | Dec 6, 2017 | Maternity, Stress Leave
This article is for any Ontario employee who is a parent or contemplating parenthood. Pregnant women frequently grapple with the matter of job security. An expectant father considering time off for parental leave might wonder whether his job will still be there when he returns. And working parents may have questions about taking days off to manage the demands of a growing family.
by Lecker & Associates | Nov 28, 2017 | Harassment, Stress Leave
“The Bell Effect” is how some healthcare workers have come to describe the symptoms of Bell Canada employees who have recently come out with allegations of a toxic workplace culture against their employer. What does a toxic workplace look like and what can one do about it? Find out.