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Sub-Issue 1: |
Sub-Issue 2: |
Sub-Issue 3: |
| misconduct |
improper language |
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Summary:
Claimant was dismissed for using foul language in the workplace. There was a policy with respect to the use of such language at the premises of the employer which clearly stated that continued use of foul language will result in termination of employment. The Umpire stated the evidence was overwhelming that the claimant used foul language at his place of work, and granted the Commission appeal.
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Sub-Issue 1: |
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Sub-Issue 3: |
| board of referees |
jurisdiction |
requiring or refusing a document |
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Summary:
The Board of Referees stated the employer failed attend the hearing and, therefore, it could not accept the documentary evidence on file. The Umpire indicated this is wrong in law. Documentary evidence is admissible, and indeed must be considered and carefully weighed by the Board, unless it has good reasons to exclude it, but it has to state its reasons for doing so.
