On April 1, TGC Lawyer Sean Tevlin and TGC articled student Ryan Sissons appeared in the British Columbia Court of Appeal in a complex case concerning the jurisdiction of the courts, WCAT, and collective bargaining. The Court reserved its decision. Ryan has now appeared in two appeals in a little more than two weeks – … Continued
TGC Lawyer David McWhinnie was involved in a WCAT case in which the Tribunal was asked to determine whether alleged assaults by an employer arose out of the course of an employee’s employment. This is an important determination as it decides whether the court or WCAT has jurisdiction over the employee’s claim against the employer. … Continued
TGC Lawyer David McWhinnie represented the plaintiff in a trial concerning a probationary employee working for a Canadian company in a foreign country. The trial also addressed the conduct of a workplace investigation by the employer. You can read the decision here.
On March 13, 2025 TGC lawyer David McWhinnie and TGC articled student Ryan Sissons appeared in the British Columbia Court of Appeal to argue a case about the legal doctrine of common employer. You can read the decision of the Court of Appeal here. The doctrine of common employer says that in some circumstances an … Continued
On April 30, 2024, TGC Lawyer Fred Wynne was successful in obtaining a Court Order that enabled his client to pursue a lawsuit despite the defending party declaring bankruptcy. Normally, a lawsuit automatically stops when the defending party becomes bankrupt. Fred’s success in Court means that his client’s lawsuit stays alive and that his client … Continued
TGC lawyer Sean Tevlin appeared as lead counsel in the Court of Appeal on April 22, 2024, arguing a case relating to the interpretation of employment contracts and federal employment legislation. TGC lawyers have experience with all levels of court and tribunal in British Columbia. If you are an employer or employee who needs assistance … Continued
TGC lawyer Spencer Sloane has won a seven-day trial on behalf of an employee who claimed against his former employer for wrongful dismissal, aggravated damages, and penalty costs. The case involved the termination of a fixed-term employment contract and included a rare award of aggravated damages and a penalty award under Rule 20(5) of the … Continued
TGC lawyer David McWhinnie has successfully defended an employer from a complaint that it took prohibited action against an employee. In his decision the WorkSafeBC adjudicator found that: “If anything, it seems to me that the employer went out of its way to find work for the worker … in spite of the worker’s very … Continued
TGC lawyer Fred Wynne is quoted in the most recent edition of The Lawyer’s Daily in an article addressing changes to B.C.’s workers’ compensation legislation. Fred is regularly interviewed by The Lawyer’s Daily for his experience and insight when it comes to matters that are important to workers in British Columbia. You can find the … Continued
TGC lawyer Blair Curtis is proud to have been recommended by Doyle’s Guide, a world-wide lawyer ranking service, in the category of “Leading Employment Lawyers (Employee & Union Representation) – British Columbia, 2022“. Doyle’s Guide recognizes individual employment lawyers and employment law firms that have been recommended by other B.C. employment lawyers for their expertise … Continued
I have consulted with Blair and sought his legal advice on several occasions. I have been very happy with the results. Blair is an excellent communicator who advised me of my legal rights in a clear and understandable way. I was very pleased with his efficiency and professionalism. I highly recommend him.