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Employer Reducing Work Hours
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In Alberta, employers can generally change work hours unless specified in a contract. Significant reductions in hours impacting earnings may be considered constructive dismissal. Document changes and communications, and consider consulting an employment lawyer. If benefits are denied, review your contract and discuss with HR. Seek advice from Alberta Employment Standards if needed.Full Conversation
I normally work *.* hours a day, i work 5 days a week, they recently started cutting my hours. up to an hour a day, * or more hours a week
It sounds like your employer is reducing your hours. In Alberta, employers can generally change your work hours unless your employment contract specifies otherwise. However, if the reduction significantly impacts your earnings, it could be considered constructive dismissal.
Would you like more information on constructive dismissal or advice on your next steps?
Would you like more information on constructive dismissal or advice on your next steps?
yes please, in my contract nothing states anything about my hours but i am full time
Sure, here is some information about constructive dismissal in Alberta:
- Constructive dismissal occurs when an employer unilaterally changes a fundamental term of the employment contract.
- Significant reduction in hours or salary can be considered constructive dismissal.
- Employees can treat the contract as being terminated and seek damages.
Would you like advice on how to proceed with a constructive dismissal claim?
- Constructive dismissal occurs when an employer unilaterally changes a fundamental term of the employment contract.
- Significant reduction in hours or salary can be considered constructive dismissal.
- Employees can treat the contract as being terminated and seek damages.
Would you like advice on how to proceed with a constructive dismissal claim?
yes please
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To proceed with a constructive dismissal claim:
- Gather documentation of your work hours and any communications regarding the reduction in hours.
- Consider contacting an employment lawyer to discuss your case in detail.
- You can also reach out to Alberta Employment Standards for assistance.
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
To proceed with a constructive dismissal claim:
- Gather documentation of your work hours and any communications regarding the reduction in hours.
- Consider contacting an employment lawyer to discuss your case in detail.
- You can also reach out to Alberta Employment Standards for assistance.
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
Is it legal for them to cut my hours without notice?
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In Alberta, if your employment contract does not specify your hours, your employer can generally change your work hours. However, if the reduction in hours significantly impacts your earnings, it could be considered constructive dismissal.
Would you like advice on how to proceed with a constructive dismissal claim?
In Alberta, if your employment contract does not specify your hours, your employer can generally change your work hours. However, if the reduction in hours significantly impacts your earnings, it could be considered constructive dismissal.
Would you like advice on how to proceed with a constructive dismissal claim?
can you tell me what constructive dismissal means
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Sure! Constructive dismissal occurs when an employer makes significant changes to your employment terms without your consent, effectively forcing you to resign. This can include:
- Reducing your hours or pay significantly
- Changing your job duties drastically
- Relocating you to a distant location
Would you like more guidance on what steps to take next?
Sure! Constructive dismissal occurs when an employer makes significant changes to your employment terms without your consent, effectively forcing you to resign. This can include:
- Reducing your hours or pay significantly
- Changing your job duties drastically
- Relocating you to a distant location
Would you like more guidance on what steps to take next?
how many hours can they cut for one week
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In Alberta, if your employment contract does not specify fixed hours, your employer can generally change your work hours. However, if the reduction is significant (like your case of * or more hours a week), it may be considered constructive dismissal.
Would you like more guidance on what steps to take next?
In Alberta, if your employment contract does not specify fixed hours, your employer can generally change your work hours. However, if the reduction is significant (like your case of * or more hours a week), it may be considered constructive dismissal.
Would you like more guidance on what steps to take next?
yes
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To proceed with a constructive dismissal claim, follow these steps:
- Gather documentation of your work hours and communications regarding the reduction.
- Consider contacting an employment lawyer for detailed advice.
- Reach out to Alberta Employment Standards for assistance.
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
To proceed with a constructive dismissal claim, follow these steps:
- Gather documentation of your work hours and communications regarding the reduction.
- Consider contacting an employment lawyer for detailed advice.
- Reach out to Alberta Employment Standards for assistance.
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
do i have to pay
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Generally, initial consultations with lawyers may be free, but some may charge a fee. It varies by lawyer. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
Generally, initial consultations with lawyers may be free, but some may charge a fee. It varies by lawyer. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
I am speaking with the hr tomorrow and i just want to know what to say about my hours being cut
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When you speak with HR, consider the following points:
- Ask for the reason behind the reduction in your hours.
- Mention that the reduction significantly impacts your earnings.
- Highlight that you are a full-time employee and the reduction may be seen as a significant change to your job terms.
- Ask if this change is temporary or permanent.
- Request written confirmation of any changes to your work hours or conditions.
Would you like more detailed advice or assistance?
When you speak with HR, consider the following points:
- Ask for the reason behind the reduction in your hours.
- Mention that the reduction significantly impacts your earnings.
- Highlight that you are a full-time employee and the reduction may be seen as a significant change to your job terms.
- Ask if this change is temporary or permanent.
- Request written confirmation of any changes to your work hours or conditions.
Would you like more detailed advice or assistance?
what if the reason is because one of the practioners is on vacation
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If the reason for reducing your hours is due to another practitioner being on vacation, you can:
- Ask if the reduction is temporary and when your hours will be restored.
- Verify if there are any other temporary adjustments being made.
- Request written confirmation of any changes and the expected duration.
Would you like more detailed advice or assistance?
If the reason for reducing your hours is due to another practitioner being on vacation, you can:
- Ask if the reduction is temporary and when your hours will be restored.
- Verify if there are any other temporary adjustments being made.
- Request written confirmation of any changes and the expected duration.
Would you like more detailed advice or assistance?
can they cut my hours because another employee is on vacation
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In Alberta, an employer can generally reduce your hours if your contract does not specify fixed hours. However, significant reductions can be considered constructive dismissal. Since you've mentioned the reason is due to another employee's vacation, it's important to verify if this change is temporary.
Would you like more detailed advice or assistance?
In Alberta, an employer can generally reduce your hours if your contract does not specify fixed hours. However, significant reductions can be considered constructive dismissal. Since you've mentioned the reason is due to another employee's vacation, it's important to verify if this change is temporary.
Would you like more detailed advice or assistance?
it’s been a month and a half of my hours being cut and the other employee is coming back and my hours are still cut for when they are bakc
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It seems like your situation might be leaning towards constructive dismissal, especially if the reduction in hours significantly impacts your earnings. Here's what you can consider:
- Document the changes in your hours and any communications regarding them.
- When speaking to HR, ask why your hours haven't been restored even after the other employee's return.
Would you like more detailed advice or assistance?
It seems like your situation might be leaning towards constructive dismissal, especially if the reduction in hours significantly impacts your earnings. Here's what you can consider:
- Document the changes in your hours and any communications regarding them.
- When speaking to HR, ask why your hours haven't been restored even after the other employee's return.
Would you like more detailed advice or assistance?
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It seems like your situation may potentially be constructive dismissal since the reduction in hours is ongoing and significantly impacts your earnings. Document everything and consider discussing further steps with an employment lawyer. If you need more detailed advice or assistance, feel free to ask!
It seems like your situation may potentially be constructive dismissal since the reduction in hours is ongoing and significantly impacts your earnings. Document everything and consider discussing further steps with an employment lawyer. If you need more detailed advice or assistance, feel free to ask!
i’ve been working here for 7 months, are they trying to fire me
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It looks like your situation might be leaning towards constructive dismissal, especially given the significant impact on your earnings. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
If yes, please provide your phone number.
It looks like your situation might be leaning towards constructive dismissal, especially given the significant impact on your earnings. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
If yes, please provide your phone number.
thank you
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Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
no
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It seems your situation is quite serious and could potentially be considered constructive dismissal due to the significant reduction in hours and impact on your earnings. If you need more detailed advice or assistance in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Good luck with your meeting with HR!
It seems your situation is quite serious and could potentially be considered constructive dismissal due to the significant reduction in hours and impact on your earnings. If you need more detailed advice or assistance in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Good luck with your meeting with HR!
thank you
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You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further assistance in the future, feel free to reach out. Good luck with your meeting with HR!
You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further assistance in the future, feel free to reach out. Good luck with your meeting with HR!
one more question
Sure, what's your question?
i recently got benefits but they don’t allow me to use them
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It sounds like your employer may be limiting your access to the benefits you are entitled to. In Alberta, this could be a violation of employment standards or your employment contract.
Here's what you can consider:
- Review your employment contract regarding the benefits.
- Document any communications about the benefits.
- Discuss the issue with HR for clarification.
Would you like more detailed advice or assistance?
It sounds like your employer may be limiting your access to the benefits you are entitled to. In Alberta, this could be a violation of employment standards or your employment contract.
Here's what you can consider:
- Review your employment contract regarding the benefits.
- Document any communications about the benefits.
- Discuss the issue with HR for clarification.
Would you like more detailed advice or assistance?
i don’t have coverage for acupuncture, prescriptions, massage, chiro
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It sounds like your employer may be limiting your access to certain benefits, which could be an issue if these benefits were part of your employment agreement.
- Review your employment contract and any documentation about benefits.
- Discuss the issue with HR to understand why these benefits are not covered.
Would you like more specific advice on how to address this with HR?
It sounds like your employer may be limiting your access to certain benefits, which could be an issue if these benefits were part of your employment agreement.
- Review your employment contract and any documentation about benefits.
- Discuss the issue with HR to understand why these benefits are not covered.
Would you like more specific advice on how to address this with HR?
yes please
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When addressing the benefits issue with HR, consider the following points:
- Review your employment contract to understand the benefits you're entitled to.
- Document any communications regarding the benefits.
- Ask HR why these specific benefits (acupuncture, prescriptions, massage, chiro) are not covered.
- Request written clarification on the benefits you are entitled to.
Would you like more detailed advice or need any further assistance?
When addressing the benefits issue with HR, consider the following points:
- Review your employment contract to understand the benefits you're entitled to.
- Document any communications regarding the benefits.
- Ask HR why these specific benefits (acupuncture, prescriptions, massage, chiro) are not covered.
- Request written clarification on the benefits you are entitled to.
Would you like more detailed advice or need any further assistance?
that’s okay thanks
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It looks like your situation involves some complex employment issues, but based on your response, it seems you're managing it with HR. If you need any more assistance in the future, feel free to reach out. Good luck!
It looks like your situation involves some complex employment issues, but based on your response, it seems you're managing it with HR. If you need any more assistance in the future, feel free to reach out. Good luck!
hr is the problem and reason i have these issues
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It sounds like you're dealing with significant workplace issues potentially amounting to constructive dismissal and benefit denial. Here are additional steps you can consider:
- Document all interactions and changes diligently.
- Seek advice from Alberta Employment Standards.
- Contact an employment lawyer for further guidance.
Would you like more specific guidance on any of these steps?
It sounds like you're dealing with significant workplace issues potentially amounting to constructive dismissal and benefit denial. Here are additional steps you can consider:
- Document all interactions and changes diligently.
- Seek advice from Alberta Employment Standards.
- Contact an employment lawyer for further guidance.
Would you like more specific guidance on any of these steps?
no thanks
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It seems you have a complex employment situation that could potentially be considered constructive dismissal and benefits denial. If you need legal assistance in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Good luck!
It seems you have a complex employment situation that could potentially be considered constructive dismissal and benefits denial. If you need legal assistance in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Good luck!
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