New AODA Compliance Obligations for Small Employers
The start of the new year brought with it new compliance standards under the Integrated Accessibility Standards Requlation of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”). As of January 1, 2017, small organizations will have to ensure that they comply with the applicable provisions of the Accessible Employment Standards, which focus on the recruitment […]
Financial Post: Why a tossed beer can and an online mob should get you thinking about protecting your brand
For the Financial Post, Laura Williams wrote about a beer can toss incident during a Toronto Blue Jays game that ignited social media outrage, and employers’ responses to employees’ off-duty conduct. See an excerpt below: Why a tossed beer can and an online mob should get you thinking about protecting your brand The ballgame beer-toss […]
Financial Post: Why it matters that Donald Trump and his ilk are encouraging bad manners at work
Why it matters that Donald Trump and his ilk are encouraging bad manners at work Financial Post columns | Aug. 19, 2016 … need to set and maintain standards of workplace conduct is more important than ever. Read More This blog is provided as information and a summary of workplace legal issues. This information is not […]
Canadian HR Reporter: The pros and cons of personal cellphones
The pros and cons of personal cellphones Canadian HR Reporter columns | July 11, 2016 Many millennials rely on text to report absences — but that can be problematic Read more This blog is provided as information and a summary of workplace legal issues. This information is not intended as legal advice.
Financial Post: Three basic HR hacks every business, including small ones, should use, but don’t
Three basic HR hacks every business, including small ones, should use, but don’t Financial Post columns | Jul. 8, 2016 … advice. Stay tuned for more detailed and complex recommendations in the months ahead. Read More This blog is provided as information and a summary of workplace legal issues. This information is not intended as […]
Canadian Employment Law Today: Back to compliance basics
Back to compliance basics Canadian Employment Law Today columns | April 13, 2016 5 Employment Standards Act compliance traps that commonly create risks Read more This blog is provided as information and a summary of workplace legal issues. This information is not intended as legal advice.
Canadian Employment Law Today: A workplace disrupted: Dealing with the aftermath
A workplace disrupted: Dealing with the aftermath Canadian Employment Law Today columns | January 20, 2016 Formal workplace restoration following a disruptive workplace incident is the flip side of dealing with employment law issues Read more This blog is provided as information and a summary of workplace legal issues. This information is not intended as […]
Canadian Employment Law Today: The good fight against workplace bullies
The good fight against workplace bullies Canadian Employment Law Today columns | October 28, 2015 Laura Williams, a Toronto labour and employment lawyer at Williams HR Law Professional Corporation, says a lack of knowledge of employment standards can small business owners into trouble when it comes time to part ways with an employee….. Read more This […]
Canadian Employment Law Today: 7 common mistakes in employment agreements
7 common mistakes in employment agreements Canadian Employment Law Today columns | September 16, 2015 Avoiding these errors or omissions can save employers a lot of grief and ensure their employment agreements are rock solid Read more This blog is provided as information and a summary of workplace legal issues. This information is not intended […]
Global News: Boys should be taught about consent, harassment at early age: expert
Boys should be taught about consent, harassment at early age: expert Globe News columns Laura Williams is quoted in a Global News Toronto piece on sexual harassment education for young people, as well as sensitivity training in the workplace. Read more This blog is provided as information and a summary of workplace legal issues. This information […]