Termination of Employees Employee terminations are never a pleasant experience and are often inevitable. However, expensive legal battles can be avoided with proper knowledge of the law, allowing for informed decision-making. At Roberts & Obradovic Law, we can assist in assessing the legality of a termination under the given circumstances, evaluating any potential risks, and…

Employment Agreements If this is the employment agreement page, we need to add an introduction to employment agreements. We need to say that employment agreements should be customized for each particular employment relationship, for example executive agreements, regular employee agreements and contractor/consultant agreements. Employers should consider whether it is a fixed contract or an employment…

Progressive Discipline of Employees Having an employment agreement clarifies what the employer and employee should expect from each other. It indicates that the employee will perform the duties and responsibilities that his/her position entails. In turn, the employee will pay them in a timely manner, including the benefits and bonuses.  As a business owner or…

Employment Standards of Compliance An employment standards claim pertains to a complaint related to the minimum standards of employment mandated by law. In Ontario and BC, these standards are established by the Employment Standards Act, while in Alberta, they are governed by the Employment Standards Code. Minimum standards of employment relate to the fundamental duties…

Workplace Investigations Workplace investigations can play an important role in maintaining a positive work culture in an organization. They give employees a sense of security and assurance that their complaints will be given consideration by their employer. In Ontario, employers must have established policies dealing with workplace violence and harassment that outline the procedures for…