In an unusual decision, the Supreme Court of British Columbia has awarded costs against the British Columbia Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal (WCAT) following a successful judicial review application. The award rendered in J.T. v. British Columbia (Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal) signals a significant departure from the general principle that tribunals enjoy immunity from costs awards…
Practice Area: Employment Law
Advised public- and private-sector employers in relation to executive terminations.
Advised public- and private-sector employers in relation to executive terminations.
Represented clients in private arbitration arising from disputes over employment agreements.
Represented clients in private arbitration arising from disputes over employment agreements.
Hicks Morley and 55 Lawyers Recognized in the 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory
We are pleased to share that 55 Hicks Morley lawyers have been recognized as leading practitioners in the 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory.
Dismissal of Healthcare Worker for Failure to Disclose COVID-19 Exposure to Spouse/Co-Worker Not Discriminatory
A recent decision provides clarification on the distinction between legitimate workplace policy enforcement and discriminatory conduct. In this #CIP, Hicks Morley’s Gabrielle Lemoine shares details of the case and what it means for employers and HR professionals.
Federal Government Launches Consultation on Draft Regulations Related to Equal Pay Under the Canada Labour Code
The federal government published new draft regulations regarding prohibiting employers from paying different wage rates to employees based on employment status. In this Federal Post, Hicks Morley’s Paul Broad shares details of the draft regulations.
Tariffs Are Here: How Will They Impact Canadian Businesses?
Whether the current tariffs remain in place or not, understanding them and considering how to effectively navigate them will leave employers better prepared in the face of uncertainty.
Safe Sport Considerations for Colleges and Universities
While Canadian colleges and universities are not required to adopt the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (the UCCMS), they may find themselves bound to the UCCMS by their participation with certain governing sport bodies and may want to develop their own policies to ensure a safe sport environment.
Anticipating the Impact of U.S. Tariffs and Work Slowdowns in Ontario: Temporary Layoffs, Individual and Mass Terminations, and Alternate Measures
In addition to managing worker anxiety, businesses must be prepared to meet economic challenges that may lay ahead.
Managing the Workplace in Economic Uncertainty
Join us for this complimentary webinar, designed for Ontario business owners and HR professionals in both unionized and non-unionized environments, to gain topical insights on how you can effectively manage your workplace amid ongoing economic uncertainty.