Being suspended from work can be a gut-wrenching experience. It is important to understand what this means both legally and practically. It is often the case that a suspension precedes a disciplinary and potentially a dismissal, but not all suspensions end with negative outcomes. What we cover below is some general guidance on if you … Read more
There are many examples of unfair dismissal cases, which vary depending on the reason for the dismissal. If you have been continuously employed for at least 2 years, then If your employer dismisses you, they must have a fair reason to do so (if you have less than 2 years service then please see – … Read more
Drafting witness statements for employment tribunals can be a difficult and daunting task. Before a person is eligible to give evidence at the Tribunal, they must first draft a witness statement. Witnesses usually mutually exchange their witness statements 2-4 weeks in advance of the hearing. This means you do not get to see the other … Read more
An overload of stress at work can be serious, with the potential to cause physical and mental health issues. If you are dealing with excessive stress in the workplace, you need to address the situation to protect your wellbeing. While stress at work compensation is not a legal right, there are steps you can take … Read more
What To Do If You Are Being Bullied At Work is sadly something you ought to know. If you are experiencing bullying at work, it can make life miserable. You need to understand how best to deal with the situation and the obligations on your employer to support you. We cover this in more detail … Read more
Set out below is a constructive dismissal example along with guidance on what to do in this situation. If you have experienced a difficult situation at work (and you have been an employee continuously for at least 2-years) which has made you feel as though you have no option but to resign, you may be … Read more
How Is An Employee Selected for Redundancy? If you are facing potential redundancy, your employer must use fair redundancy selection criteria when choosing which employees to put at risk of redundancy and dismissal. Their choice cannot be based on protected characteristics (see discrimination) such as age, race, disability or gender or for any other unfair … Read more
An employee with at least 2 years of service is entitled to redundancy pay if they are made redundant. Understanding redundancy pay tax is essential if you are at risk of redundancy. You will also want to understand if there has been an Unfair Dismissal and if the procedure of redundancy was fair. What is … Read more
Facing redundancy can be daunting. The procedure of redundancy is important to understand at the outset. Our expert employment lawyers list their top legal tips for dealing with redundancy and ensuring that your rights and interests are protected during this difficult time. Please note, you must have at least 2 years of continuous service as … Read more
Mental Health At Work is a common issue and often raises issues in relation to disability discrimination. It is essential to fully understand your rights if you have a mental health issue that is impacting your working life, which includes work-related stress and anxiety. In this article, we cover newly updated guidance on mental health … Read more
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