This paper discusses recent updates and practice tips in the context of employment law. First, it provides a review of common questions from employers and employees on a number of issues, including notice of termination, single incident dismissal, constructive dismissal, dismissal without cause, mitigation, settlement, among others. Next, the authors discuss the benefits of having a written employment contract, as well as essential terms for contracts. Finally, termination of employment, particularly in the context of “just cause”, is considered, as well as how to manage recently disciplined employees who request medical leave.

This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Complete Lawyer program in Lethbridge on May 6, 2016.