Employment & Human Rights

Practical Advice for EMployers and Employees Across British Columbia

Workplace issues can be stressful, disruptive, and costly. Whether you are managing a workforce or navigating concerns about your own employment, timely legal advice can help protect your rights and avoid unnecessary conflict.

Employment, labour, human rights, and privacy laws continue to evolve. Navigating these issues requires practical guidance from lawyers who understand both the legal and business realities involved.

RDM advises employers and employees throughout British Columbia on a wide range of workplace matters. Our team has represented clients before all levels of court in British Columbia, labour arbitrators, and administrative tribunals, including the Human Rights Tribunal and Employment Standards Tribunal.

Whether you are seeking proactive advice to avoid disputes or representation when a conflict has already arisen, our team can help you understand your options and move forward with confidence.

For Employers

Your employees are one of your organization’s greatest assets and often one of its greatest sources of legal risk. Proactive legal advice can help prevent disputes before they arise and position your organization to respond effectively when issues occur.

We regularly Help employers with:

• Employment agreements and executive contracts
• Workplace policies and employee handbooks
• Employee discipline and performance management
• Terminations and severance packages
• Human rights and accommodation obligations
• Workplace investigations
• Harassment and bullying complaints
• Privacy and confidentiality issues
• Non-competition and non-solicitation agreements
• Employment Standards Act compliance
• Labour arbitrations and grievance proceedings
• Collective bargaining and labour relations

For EmploYEES

Few things are more stressful than losing a job or facing unfair treatment at work. Understanding your rights can help you make informed decisions and protect your future.

We regularly Help EMPLOYEES with:

• Wrongful dismissal claims
• Severance package reviews
• Constructive dismissal claims
• Human rights complaints
• Workplace discrimination and harassment
• Disability and accommodation issues
• Employment contract reviews
• Executive compensation disputes
• Non-competition and non-solicitation agreements
• Employment Standards Act claims

Labour Relations

Our lawyers advise employers, unions, and individuals involved in unionized workplaces on matters including:

• Collective bargaining
• Grievance arbitration
• Labour board proceedings
• Discipline and discharge disputes
• Unionized workplace investigations
• Labour relations strategy and advice

Unionized workplaces are governed by a different legal framework than most non-union workplaces. While many disputes are addressed through collective agreements and the grievance process, there are circumstances where employees, employers, and unions may benefit from independent legal advice. For additional information about legal representation for unionized employees, please see our article on representing union members: How we can Help if you are part of a Union | Employment & Human Rights | The Legal Insights Blog | RDM Lawyers

Fees

At RDM Lawyers, we believe clients should understand how legal fees work before making important decisions.

Most employment law matters are billed on an hourly basis. Our lawyers’ rates vary depending on experience, skill, and specialization.

During an initial consultation, we will discuss the nature of your matter, the available options, and the fee structure that may be appropriate in the circumstances. In some cases, alternative fee arrangements may be considered following that assessment.

• More information on hourly billing can be found by clicking here.
• More information on contingency fee agreements can be found by clicking here.