independent medical examination

When can an employer ask for an independent medical examination?

November 3, 2017 Rudner Law, Employment / HR Law & Mediation Employee Relations, Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Human Rights

The Ontario Court of Appeal has confirmed that in certain circumstances, it is reasonable for an employer to demand an Independent Medical Examination (“IME”) to determine whether an employee needs accommodation and if so, how. In August 2017, the Court denied leave to appeal the Divisional Court’s decision that found the employer was justified in requesting an IME as part of the process of accommodation.

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Court comments on when employers can ask for an independent medical examination

August 22, 2017 Stringer LLP Employee Relations, Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Human Rights, Payroll, Pensions and Benefits

Ontario’s Divisional Court recently confirmed that employers have a right to ask employees to undergo an Independent Medical Examination (IME) in certain circumstances, to facilitate the accommodation process.

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Three popular articles this week on HRinfodesk

January 29, 2016 Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B. Managing Editor Employee Relations, Employment/Labour Standards, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Human Rights, Notice, Damages and Settlements, Payroll, Pensions and Benefits, Union Relations, Wages and Compensation

Three popular articles this week on HRinfodesk deal with an independent medical examination; wilful misconduct; and, 27 months of common law reasonable notice.

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Three popular articles this week on HRinfodesk

January 29, 2015 Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B. Managing Editor Employee Relations, Employment/Labour Standards, Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Human Rights, Notice, Damages and Settlements, Payroll, Pensions and Benefits, Privacy and Security, Recruiting and Hiring, Training and Development, Union Relations, Wages and Compensation

Three popular articles this week on HRinfodesk deal with alcohol and drug testing policy; Refusal to sign consent form to independent medical examination; and, public consultation on new requirement to insure long-term disability benefits.

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