6+ Human Rights Violation Examples From a Lawyer (Canada)

What is the difference between human rights violations and other workplace violations?

How can employees determine what type of violation they are experiencing?

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If an employee encounters a workplace violation, what are the first steps they should take to address the issue and safeguard their rights for the future?

With the increase in layoffs, what aspects of severance packages might potentially violate human rights? Could the manner in which layoffs are conducted or the discussions leading up to them also constitute a violation?

If an employee was hired for a remote role and the company now requires them to return to the office or face termination, could this be considered a human rights violation?

If a company cannot provide a suitable role or accommodation for an employee returning from disability leave, could this be a human rights violation? What options does the employee have?

If an employee is terminated while on a leave of absence, could this be considered a human rights violation? What actions should the employee take in this situation?

If an employee discovers they are paid less than their colleagues for the same role, or if a less qualified individual is promoted over them, could this be a human rights violation? How should the employee address this issue?

Do employers need to follow a specific process, such as issuing verbal and written warnings, before terminating an employee? Is there a requirement for written notice about potential termination if issues are repeated within a certain period, such as 60 days? Can employers terminate employees at any time with a notice period, and does this vary by province or territory? Does this process differ for unionized employees?

Can an employee be terminated for using social media during work hours, participating in online disagreements, or posting content on sensitive topics?

Can an employer fire employees for discussing salary information if they have signed a non-disclosure agreement (NDA)?

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