CPD: OPA, Employment Law & Implicit Biases: Step-By-Step Guide

Overview

Enhance your professional expertise with our comprehensive CPD session covering the essentials of employment law and implicit bias.  Dive into the step-by-step process of managing employment law cases, from initial client consultations to navigating complex claims.  Gain insights into recognizing and addressing implicit biases to foster inclusivity and fairness in your personal and professional interactions.  This CPD is an invaluable resource for licensees aiming to refine their legal skills while promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Guest Speakers

Emma Phillips

Leslie Smith

What Will You Learn?

• Employment law and implicit biases.
• Do’s and Don'ts when first introduced to a potential claim.
• Implicit bias, an equality, diversity, and inclusion topic.
• Step-by-Step example of what should be done when a potential client walks in with an employment law case.
• Help licensees who want to work on their implicit biases whether it is in their personal life or in the workplace.

Materials Included:

• Employment Law CASE Study PDF:  Termination and constructive dismissal, statutory notice requirements under the Employment Standards Act, potential human rights violations related to discrimination and harassment, and the impact of workplace mistreatment on mental health.
• Employment Law Claim #1 PDF:  Constructive and wrongful dismissal, statutory notice and vacation pay under the Employment Standards Act, and common law entitlements.  It also considers mitigation obligations and claims for legal costs, highlighting procedural aspects under the Courts of Justice Act.  These factors inform the employee's claims for damages and unpaid entitlements
• Employment Law Claim #2 PDF:  Wrongful and constructive dismissal, unpaid wages, and unenforceable contract provisions under the Employment Standards Act.  It also covers mitigation obligations and claims for legal costs, with procedural considerations under the Courts of Justice Act.  These issues inform the employee’s claims for damages, unpaid salary, and notice pay.
• Employment Law Implicit-Bias PDF: 
• Employment Law Implicit-Bias PowerPoint: Implicit bias can affect hiring, promotions, and workplace decisions, leading to unintentional discrimination.  Addressing these biases ensures fairness, compliance with laws, and equitable workplace practices.