Psychological safety has evolved from an HR buzzword into a recognized area of legal risk. In Ontario, employers are increasingly expected not only to prevent physical injuries but also to take reasonable steps to protect workers from psychological harm. Mental health in the workplace is not an issue employers can afford to treat lightly. When
As holiday fanatics, our team has had a countdown to the key holiday dates going on for some time now. Yet, even with a countdown many of us have been struck by just how few days remain before the New Year.
If you are similarly surprised and like us thinking about what’s to come for 2025, read on for some of the key workplace and employment law takeaways from 2024 and what to know for 2025:
Key Takeaway: New Legislative Changes
Continue Reading Key Workplace Takeaways from 2024 and What to Know for 2025Have you ever wondered if there’s a way to defend against Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) charges beyond the usual due diligence defence?
It turns out, that there is—a little-known and often misunderstood defense called Officially Induced Error (OIE).
Continue Reading Further Defenses to OHSA Charges: Officially Induced ErrorDefenses to OHSA Charges
Introduction to Due Diligence
Have you ever wondered what happens if your workplace faces charges under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)or other similar legislation?
What steps should you take, and what defences are available to you? Navigating these charges can be complex, but understanding the due diligence defence is crucial.
Continue Reading OHSA Series: Due Diligence Primer