Unlike large corporations, small medium enterprises (SMEs) simply don’t have the luxury of deep pockets, resources and expertise at their disposal. They are challenged to come up with creative solutions to stretch their dollar and get the most out of what resources they do have. This makes SME’s especially vulnerable to HR mistakes as one …
Small Business HR Mistakes (Part 2) – What You Don’t Know Can Cost You Read More »
In this final part of the internal workplace investigation series, let’s now examine the last set of risks highlighted in red below. If you are new to this series and would like to catch up on the previous blog posts, here are the links to Part 1 and Part 2. Risk #1: Internal politics skewing outcome …
Inside HR (Part 3) – Challenges with Internal Workplace Investigations Read More »
When employers are faced with allegations of employee misconduct, workplace investigations offer a balanced approach for companies to make informed people decisions. This is especially critical in cases where there is a potential for termination for which litigation risk is high. Is your company diligent in conducting proper workplace investigations?Do you have relevant policies/processes in …
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Between the media spotlight surrounding the Jian Ghomeshi/CBC case, the Liberal MPs indiscretions on Parliament Hill and the hefty damage awards (over $400,000) levied against Walmart Canada for failing to properly investigate workplace harassment (Boucher v Walmart Canada, ONCA 2014) – it is no surprise employers have a heightened awareness of what can go horribly wrong …
Employer Obligations – Workplace Violence & Harassment (Bill 168 & Bill 132) Read More »