FALSE ACCUSATION Sample Clauses
A False Accusation clause defines the consequences and procedures that apply if one party makes an unfounded or baseless allegation against another party within the context of the agreement. Typically, this clause outlines the steps for investigating such claims, potential remedies or penalties for making false accusations, and may require the accusing party to provide evidence supporting their claim. Its core practical function is to deter frivolous or malicious allegations, thereby protecting parties from reputational harm and ensuring that any claims raised are made in good faith.
FALSE ACCUSATION. 1. When a teacher has been accused of physical or sexual misconduct involving a student, in the course of exercising their duties as an employee of the Board, and if
a. the Board concludes that the allegations have not been established to be true, and no criminal charges are laid, or
b. the Board concludes that the allegations have not been established to be true and, should criminal charges result, the teacher is acquitted of criminal charges in relation to the allegation, or
c. an arbitrator considering discipline or dismissal of the teacher finds the allegation to be false, and no criminal charges are laid, or
d. an arbitrator considering discipline or dismissal of the teacher finds the allegation to be false; and, should criminal charges result, the teacher is acquitted of criminal charges in relation to the accusation, then
2. The Board and the Union shall assist the teacher and the teacher's family with counselling or appropriate assistance as mutually agreed upon to deal with the negative effects of the false accusation.
3. Should a teacher be suspended for physical or sexual misconduct involving a student, in the course of exercising their duties as an employee of the Board, and, Article E.24.1.a, Article E.24.1.b, Article ▇.24.1.c or Article E.24.1.d apply, then the teacher shall be reinstated and receive retro-active pay for the time they were suspended.
FALSE ACCUSATION. When an employee has been accused of physical or sexual misconduct involving a student, in the course of exercising his/her duties as an employee of the Board, and if
(a) The Board concludes that the allegations have not been established to be true, and no criminal charges are laid, or
(b) The Board concludes that the allegations have not been established to be true and, should criminal charges result, the employee is acquitted of criminal charges in relation to the allegation, or
(c) An arbitrator considering discipline or dismissal of the employee finds the allegation to be false, and no criminal charges are laid, or
(d) An arbitrator considering discipline or dismissal of the employee finds the allegation to be false; and, should criminal charges result, the employee is acquitted of criminal charges in relations to the accusation, then The Board and Union shall assist the employee and the employee's family with counselling or appropriate assistance as mutually agreed upon to deal with the negative effects of the false allegations. Should an employee be suspended pursuant to this Article and, a), or b), or c), or d) apply, then the employee shall be reinstated and received retro-active pay for the time he/she was suspended.
FALSE ACCUSATION. When an employee has been accused of physical or sexual misconduct involving a student, in the course of exercising their duties as an employee of the Board, and if: