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When it comes to WCB claims, details matter
Dear Blue Collar, The other day a worker made himself a cup of instant coffee. He put a cup of water in the lunchroom microwave,
January 29, 2021
Dear Blue Collar, The other day a worker made himself a cup of instant coffee. He put a cup of water in the lunchroom microwave,
Workplace investigations needn’t be outsourced to ‘expert’ adjudicators. The vast majority of interpersonal conflicts may be solved by a company’s internal resources and a dose
As compulsory vaccination gains steam, a growing number of employers are giving their workers a dismal ultimatum — vaccinate or vacate.— The idea of coerced
While the majority of those who contract COVID eventually “recover” — many report difficulty returning to full health. They still have fatigue, body aches, shortness
A new poll conducted by The Western Standard shows the NDP taking a commanding lead in Alberta politics. What might this mean for workers and
In a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court of Canada has upheld a federal law that prevents third parties, such as employers and insurance companies, from
Dear Blue Collar, An outbreak occurred in our office. Several WCB claims have followed, and meanwhile, we’re working remotely until further notice. I’m especially worried
Dear Blue Collar, A probationary new-hire just filed a claim for PTSD after our office fire alarm sounded. WCB said something about a ‘thin-skull’ rule,
Suffering a serious injury at work can be debilitating on multiple levels. First off, injured workers must learn to cope with physical pain. This process
As Blue Collar has been reporting, WCB suffered a $250M loss in 2019 following the passage of Bill 30. Shortfalls of this magnitude are what
Dear Blue Collar, The wheels are falling off the world. A probationary new-hire just filed a claim for PTSD after our office fire alarm sounded.
Dear Blue Collar, I’m in way over my head. A worker injured himself and I’ve been told to “whip up” a modified work plan. I’m
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