Does an employee’s conflict of interest in accepting a job offer from a competitor warrant his termination for cause?
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The Superior Court and Court of Appeal considered the wrongful dismissal claim of a contractor who later became an employee.
Employers may provide less compensation to an employee who works reduced hours due to a disability, without violating the Ontario Human Rights Code.
The court confirmed an employer’s duty to accommodate ends when the employee is no longer able to fulfil the basic obligations of their employment.
Due to a significant decision recently released by the Ontario Court of Appeal, your employment contracts will likely need to be re-drafted.
The Ontario Superior Court confirms frustration of contract “occurs as a matter of law” and does not require an act of the employer to trigger it.