Importance of Understanding Your Employment Contract

Whether you’re starting a new job or renegotiating your terms of employment, understanding your employment contract is critical. In British Columbia, employment relationships are governed by a combination of statutory law, common law, and contractual terms. Too often, employees sign contracts without fully understanding their implications—sometimes waiving important rights or Read more…

Termination for Insubordination

In the province of British Columbia, employment relationships are governed by a combination of common law principles, the Employment Standards Act (ESA), and—where applicable—collective agreements or employment contracts. Among the grounds for dismissal, “insubordination” is one of the more complex and contentious, frequently leading to disputes between employers and employees. Read more…