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Can you demote an employee and lower their pay?

Demoting an employee and potentially lowering their pay is a decision that has implications for both the employee and the employer. These implications can range from hurt feelings, all the way to a wrongful dismissal claim.

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Just cause for dismissal

Can an employer rely on information they acquire after termination to allege that there was just cause for dismissal? Yes. Can an employer dismiss an employee for cause because they secretly recorded interactions at work? Yes.

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Social media and employee online presence/data privacy

Embracing social media use in a responsible way can have a significant positive impact on your business, your workplace culture, and employee/employer relationships. While there are many upsides to the use of social media, we also examine potential risks employers should be aware of.

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