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Holidays in the Sun: Understanding Employee Vacation Rights
As August rolls by, many of us are heading to cottages, beaches, and other exotic places to enjoy some well-earned R&R in the sun. For most (not within the blessed leisure classes) this means requesting time away from work and using our paid vacation time.
Spotlight on Employee Vacation Entitlements
The dog days of summer are upon us. As employees head to cottages (or their backyard), it is a good time for employers to review vacation policies to ensure they are fit for purpose. Managing and tracking employee vacation entitlement can be one of the trickier things for employers to navigate. Errors in this regard can result in unnecessary disputes and unintended liability.
Commission Sales Employees: Two Common Errors to Avoid
In the course of practice, we have repeatedly seen employers make two fundamental mistakes when it comes to provision of commission pay: 1) not properly providing for vacation pay in the calculation of commission payments; and 2) failing to ensure commission payments comply with minimum wage requirements. While employer errors of this kind may be innocent or unintentional, significant financial liability can accrue as a result.