regular working hours

Personal emergency leave provisions took precedence over deemed termination clause

March 27, 2013 Christina Catenacci Employee Relations, Employment/Labour Standards, Human Resources, Union Relations

An employee left work early for an emergency dental appointment without notifying her employer. Should the employee be terminated immediately?

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Suffering from back-to-work-blues? Don’t worry, you’re not alone!

January 11, 2013 Clear Path Employer Services Employee Relations, Human Resources

Although it’s called a holiday “vacation” it’s doubtful that many of you actually had time to relax this holiday season. With all the parties and celebrations you have likely put in many late nights, spent time travelling and indulging in holiday treats and cocktails. Well the party is over! The beginning of January marks that time when the late nights and lazy mornings end. That’s right, it’s time to head back to work!

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