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An employer’s criminal negligence upheld on appeal
On August 11, 2023, the Court of Appeal of Quebec handed down a decision in CFG Construction inc. c. R.,1 dismissing the appeal of the guilty verdict against an employer, CFG Construction inc. (“CFG”), for criminal negligence having caused the death of one of its employees. This decision serves as (…)
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The Court of Appeal sets the record straight on applications for assignment of costs
On January 24, the Quebec Court of Appeal1 released a very important decision on the application of section 326 of the Act respecting industrial accidents and occupational diseases2 (“A.I.A.O.D.”), thereby setting the record straight on the true effect of this provision. An employer will no longer (…)
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Artificial Intelligence, Implementation and Human Resources
In this era of a new industrial revolution, dubbed as “Industry 4.0”, businesses are facing sizable technological challenges. Some refer to smart plants or the industry of the future. This revolution is characterized by the advent of new technology that allows for the “smart” automation of human (…)