Employees can pursue claims against their employers in various forums (and sometimes in multiple forums concurrently). In this webinar, Matthew Desmarais, Allison Macdonald, and Alireza Alimadad will explore the various forums that employment-related claims can arise, some of the inherent features of these forums, and techniques that employers can utilize to manage claims across multiple forums concurrently.
Our speakers will discuss key considerations, including when to seek a deferral or stay of proceedings, the role of issue estoppel in preventing re-litigation, and lessons from recent case law. This session is designed for employers, HR professionals, and legal counsel looking to navigate employment disputes efficiently and cost effectively.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the various forums available for employee claims, including WorkSafeBC, Employment Standards Branch, the Human Rights Tribunal, and court proceedings
- Understand key initial considerations such as deferral and stay of proceedings
- Explore the scope and application of issue estoppel in employment disputes
- Learn from recent case law on managing multiple claims by the same employee
The session will be interactive with opportunities for questions.
