What is the test for determining whether a prohibited ground of discrimination is a factor in the adverse impact on a person’s employment prospects?
British Columbia, Canada
The following excerpt is from Swetlishoff v. B.C. (Ministry of Attorney General) (No. 2), 2013 BCHRT 106 (CanLII):
I note that it is not necessary that a prohibited ground of discrimination be the sole factor in the adverse impact, provided it is at least a factor: O’Connor v. Town Taxi, 2000 BCHRT 9, para. 55.
"The most advanced legal research software ever built."
The above passage should not be considered legal advice. Reliable answers to complex legal questions require comprehensive research memos. To learn more visit www.alexi.com.
Other Questions
What is the test for determining whether a prohibited ground of discrimination is the sole factor in the adverse impact of discrimination? (British Columbia, Canada)
What is the test for determining whether a person’s employment was a contributory factor in their personal injury? (British Columbia, Canada)
What are the factors used to determine the diligence factor in determining whether to grant an application in a personal injury case? (British Columbia, Canada)
What is the test for determining whether a plaintiff has been discriminated against on a prohibited ground of discrimination? (British Columbia, Canada)
What is the test for determining whether a worker’s employment was a contributory factor in their personal injury? (British Columbia, Canada)
What factors are considered in determining whether a ground of discrimination is analogous to s. 15 of the Charter? (British Columbia, Canada)
What is the test for finding that a person who alleges that they suffered adverse treatment on a college campus was subject to a prohibited ground of discrimination? (British Columbia, Canada)
What is the test for determining whether an employer can sue an employee for damages for personal injury caused to the employer's vehicle? (British Columbia, Canada)
What is the test for determining whether there is a prohibited ground of discrimination? (British Columbia, Canada)
Can a prohibited ground be a factor in adverse treatment? (British Columbia, Canada)
