Shayla Klein

2 months ago | mondaq.com | Jeffrey N. Grubb |Shayla Klein

As elections loom, the question of time off for voting oftenarises in workplaces. Employers may be uncertain about theirobligations and entitlements under the law. In Canada, bothemployers and employees have clear rights and responsibilities whenit comes to ensuring that eligible employees have the opportunityto vote. These requirements are set out in the provincial orfederal legislation corresponding to the government holding theelection.

2 months ago | wvnews.com | Shayla Klein

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Morgantown City Council members asked pointed questions and raised concerns over kinks in the Mountain Line Access Pass program during their regular meeting Tuesday night. Maria Smith, Executive Director of Mountain Line, gave a status update on the Access Pass program, which started on Dec. 1 The program provides single-ride passes to people who are seeking social services.

Mar 29, 2024 | mondaq.com | Shayla Klein |David Allison

In the digital age, the recruitment landscape has expanded beyond traditional methods, with social media becoming a significant tool for evaluating potential candidates and completing background checks. However, the practice of "creeping" on candidates' social media profiles during the hiring process raises important legal considerations for employers.

Nov 23, 2023 | mondaq.com | Shayla Klein |Brandon Smith

A number of amendments to the Canada Labour Code have recently come into force, or are set to come into force in the coming months, including requirements for employers to reimburse employees for work-related expenses, to provide written employment statements to employees and to supply free menstrual products in the workplace. As of July 9, 2023, federal employers are now required, with certain exceptions, to reimburse employees for reasonable work-related expenses.

Sep 5, 2023 | wchstv.com | Shayla Klein

PUTNAM COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Parents and teachers at Hurricane High School went to the Putnam County Board of Education meeting to discuss whether or not safe space signs should be displayed in classrooms. "In an advanced science class, there's rainbows and cupcakes. How dare this school board allow that to happen?" Mike, a parent at the meeting, said. Tensions were high at the packed meeting after Hurricane High School’s principal told teachers to take down safe space signs in their classrooms.