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Does Tampering with Critical Safety Device Justify Termination?
SITUATION Every train in a city's transportation system has a deadman override mechanism that consists of a floor pedal and [...]
Was Firing Worker with Scent Sensitivity Justified or Discriminatory?
SITUATION An office worker suffers from scent sensitivity. His employer adopts a scent-free policy, posts signs notifying co-workers of the [...]
Can Employer Terminate Probationary Employee for Safety Violations?
SITUATION A telecommunications company hires a service technician to install and repair internet, phone and TV services. His employment's subject [...]
Is Termination Justified When Worker Refuses Post-Incident Drug/Alcohol Test?
SITUATION An electrician working in a safety sensitive workplace backs a work vehicle into another parked vehicle while attempting to [...]
Are Injuries from Assault at Work Camp Covered by Workers’ Comp?
SITUATION When bad weather causes a work delay, workers are forced to stay at a camp set up by their [...]
Is Drinking on the Job Just Cause for Termination?
SITUATION An auto dealer's manager with many years' experience in the industry oversees 10 employees, runs the dealership and sells [...]
Is It Discriminatory to Reduce Pay for Accommodated Worker?
SITUATION A wastewater operator suffers a seizure at work. As a result, his driver's licence is suspended for medical reasons. [...]
Can Employer Fire Miner After Multiple Failed Drug Tests?
SITUATION A miner tests positive for cocaine after co-workers report that he appeared impaired at work. The miner gets treatment [...]