Going through a dismissal process is extremely difficult for any employee. However, even after the decision has been made and the termination notices have been sent, the employer still owes their employee an obligation to consider the fairness of any dismissal. Read on for more information.
Most parents understand how difficult it can be to juggle work and childcare. There are, however, rights in place to assist employees, such as the right to request flexible working and time off to care for children. Read on for more information.
We often receive enquiries from disabled employees asking about their rights at work and, in particular, what reasonable adjustments their employer is obliged to provide. We hope the information on our website is helpful, but nothing is better than discussing your situation with a fully qualified disability discrimination solicitor. If you would like a no obligation, free consultation, please use the contact form, engage in a web chat, email contactus@lincslaw.com or call us on 01522 440512
Over the years I have met with many individuals who are experiencing difficulties at work. The difficulties they experience can range from working conditions, performance issues as well as forms of bullying and harassment. This blog talks about what you can do if you are being bullied or harassed at work.
If you’ve been invited to attend a disciplinary hearing or meeting you, you have the right to be accompanied. Read on for more information about who can accompany you and their role as your companion.
Most days I get a phone call from a distressed client who has had their employment terminated after a short time in their job. Read on for more information about what they can and can’t do.
There has been further consideration of apprenticeships in the light of the Covid-19 pandemic. If you are an apprentice, or want to be an apprentice, it has been reassuring to hear that the government has committed to increase funding for businesses taking on apprentices and expand ‘portable’ apprenticeships so that they can be taken between employers. Nevertheless, apprentices can still face dismissal especially in the current climate. Like other employees you have certain rights, such as the right to claim unfair dismissal (subject to being employed for at least 2 years) and protection against discrimination. We set out some help and guidance about apprentice rights below.
Can an employer force you to partake in a COVID-19 routine testing programme? Read on to learn more.
I was delighted to represent a recent client with his unfair redundancy situation. Read on for my client’s story and how I helped.