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The nuances of wrongful dismissal in Montreal: What you need to know
Each member of a team has the fundamental right to work within a respectful and secure environment. However, reality reminds us that some are plunged into the bitterness of unjustified dismissal. Thus, a thorough understanding of your rights becomes an essential...
The fundamental rights of Montreal workers
It is important to note that in Montreal, every individual carrying out a professional activity enjoys the fundamental right to benefit from fair and safe working conditions. These rights are more than just a privilege, they form the foundations of a healthy and...
How to navigate the workplace harassment complaint process?
Workplace harassment is unfortunately an all too common phenomenon, but no one should suffer it in silence. It is crucial to know your rights and how to react to such a situation. The definition of harassment at work Harassment can take several forms, whether verbal,...
The Dangers of False Harassment Allegations and What You Can Do to Protect Yourself
Harassment is a very serious and pervasive problem that occurs in many employment environments. No one should tolerate being harassed. Unfortunately, there are also untrue accusations of harassment that can ruin peoples’ lives. This article addresses what you should...
What Should You Look For in a Severance Package?
Severance packages are not all created equal. There are many factors that can make a severance package worthwhile or can harm you in the long run. Here are some things that you and your expert employment lawyer should keep in mind: 1) The Fine Print The idea of the...
What Every Executive Should Know About Constructive Dismissal
First things first: what is it? Constructive dismissal is where an employee has not been fired but has had their job functionally taken away in a “hidden” firing. This can be done with a single act or a series of actions or behaviours that add up to a hidden firing....
How to manage a conflict in a joint-stock company?
When a dispute arises in a joint-stock company, it is essential to preserve the good image of the company by finding an immediate solution. This therefore amounts to calling on a professional in the field for whom this type of problem has no secrets. At OLS Quebec,...
Comment gérer un conflit d’intérêts dans un organisme à but non lucratif (OBNL)
Travaillez-vous en tant qu’administrateur d’un organisme à but non lucratif ? Il peut arriver que vos intérêts personnels soient menacés par ceux de cet organisme. Il peut aussi arriver que l’un de vos proches pose sa candidature pour bénéficier des services de cet...
5 Things to Know About Labour and Employment Lawyers
Labour and employment law is an incredibly complex field. The stakes are often high, the rules are complicated, and the delays to act are short. Additionally, not all issues and situations within labour and employment law are the same - in fact many situations need to...
5 Things Every Executive Should Know About Negotiating Severance Package in Montreal and Quebec
1. Don't sign anything! Don't just sign your severance offer: if you signed it, then you're stuck with it. Find out if this is a good or bad offer before the accept, not after. After that, there is almost never anything to do. 2. Get expert advice quickly It seems...
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