Mathews Dinsdale is pleased to announce that Keira Ostrosser has joined the Firm as an Associate in our Calgary office. Welcome to the team!
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OHS Administrative Monetary Penalties Continue to Climb Even for Near Misses
A recent $40,000 penalty in NS demonstrates how high OHS-related AMPs can reach for a near miss, where no accident or injury has even occurred.
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On December 19th, 2024, the Court of Appeal for Ontario released its decision in Dufault v Ignace (Township), 2024 ONCA 915 where it upheld the invalidity of a termination clause that defined “cause” more broadly than the “wilful misconduct” threshold under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”). In so doing, the Court of Appeal confirmed it would not be revisiting its 2020 decision in Waksdale, but refused to weigh in on the merits of other challenges which were successful at the lower Court.
Read moreReport: Is Employment Law Ready for AI?
Artificial intelligence is poised to revolutionize our work methods and many other aspects of life. While the potential benefits of AI are vast, it is crucial to address concerns regarding its utilization in the workplace. At Mathews Dinsdale, we are uniquely positioned to offer a global perspective informed by our extensive experience in HR and … Continued
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