Serious and Willful Misconduct

Serious and Willful Misconduct

When evaluating occupational injuries arising from WorkSafeBC claims, it is crucial to consider the mechanism of injury and whether a claim satisfies the appropriate law and policy. Often a question that arises from employers is, “Is this really an acceptable claim?”,...
Role of Employer in Health and Safety Risk Prevention

Role of Employer in Health and Safety Risk Prevention

As an employer, playing an active role in health and safety risk prevention is critical for a number of reasons. By reducing the potential for on the job injuries, you are increasing the likelihood that your business will stay productive and profitable as well as...
The Cost of Absenteeism to Your Business

The Cost of Absenteeism to Your Business

In any business, a certain amount of absenteeism is unavoidable – people do get sick and there are times when employees will be required to take time off; however, when absenteeism becomes excessive, the cost to your business in terms of lost revenue and productivity...
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