Cristina Wendel
Full bioAlberta Court of Appeal dismisses worker’s appeal in his 20+ year old case against a developer
The Alberta Court of Appeal has recently confirmed that an owner/developer of a condominium conversion project was not liable for […]
“The larger the corporation, the larger the fine”: A corporate defendant’s financial circumstances is a relevant sentencing factor for breaches of a regulatory scheme
A small, family owned and operated custom cabinet business was fined $75,000 plus the Victim Fine Surcharge of $11,250 after […]
The Supreme Court of Canada grants leave to appeal in drug and alcohol policy matter
Drug and alcohol testing policies have long been of key importance for many employers, particularly those who have employees in […]
A first for Alberta – Employer sentenced to corporate probation and community service for violating the Occupational Health and Safety Act
In a unique decision, an Alberta employer, Needoba Construction Ltd., which pleaded guilty to the general charge of failing to […]
Refusing to provide a written statement to an investigating officer did not constitute obstruction of a safety officer but grabbing him and pushing him out the door did.
This case serves as an example of what degree of conduct will or will not constitute obstruction of an officer […]
Misleading information about WHMIS training requirements
Work Safe Alberta has recently revised a Bulletin regarding some aggressive, high pressure sales tactics being used by some WHMIS […]
Update on changes to WHMIS requirements and transition period
Work Safe Alberta has released an Occupational Health and Safety bulletin to assist Alberta employers and workers understand the impact […]
Federal government announces changes to WHMIS Legislation
The federal government has announced certain amendments to the federal Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) legislation which covers suppliers […]
The deadline for Albertans to provide input on changes to Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety Code is fast approaching
The Alberta government has made revisions to Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety Code and has invited the public to provide […]
Alberta employer fined $80,000 following conveyor incident
An Alberta employer has been sentenced to a fine of $80,000 plus the 15% victim fine surcharge following a workplace […]
Owner/developer was not responsible for civil damages sustained in a workplace incident 20 years ago
Over 20 years after a workplace incident that seriously injured a worker, the Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench has dismissed […]