Many of us spend a lot of our daily life at work. It therefore follows, if you are being bullied at work, this can have a serious impact on you and your mental health. Whether it comes from a manager, colleague or group of employees, no one should feel intimidated or humiliated in the workplace.
Unfair Dismissal is widely known and understood – it arises when an employer terminates an employee’s employment and the employer is unable to establish that they had a fair reason and/or followed a fair procedure. But what does it mean when circumstances arise where an employee feels they have no other option but to resign – could it be a successful Constructive Unfair Dismissal claim?
Unfortunately, it is not uncommon to speak to individuals who are facing difficulties in the workplace. These can range from their working conditions, performance issues as well as experiencing forms of bullying or harassment. Understandably, any issue that you are experiencing at work can have a huge impact on you. Read on to learn more on what you can do.
I often speak to individuals who have, unexpectantly, faced a performance or capability procedure at work. The commencement of a performance or capability procedure against you will undoubtedly cause you stress and anguish. So, how should you respond if you disagree with your employers actions? Read on to learn more.
Lucy Stones has recently received lovely feedback from a client. Her client had been dismissed for gross misconduct but achieved a good outcome in the end. Read on to find out more.
In April 2024 it is expected that the period of special protection from redundancy for employees who are on maternity leave, adoption leave or those on shared parental leave will be extended. Further, from April 2024, changes to flexible working requests come into force.
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I first spoke to my client during a free, initial, telephone enquiry. He explained he had been suspended and he was facing disciplinary action for an alleged breach of health and safety at work. His employer had indicated, if proven, he could be dismissed for gross misconduct. We decided to arrange a Fixed Fee Consultation so that I could review the Investigation Report setting out his alleged wrongdoing. Read on to find out what happened next.
I have recently advised a client who became an unexpected participant in a capability procedure at work. My client believed the capability procedure was unjustified but they did not know what action they could take to protect themselves at work. Read on to learn more.
I am delighted to have helped my client achieve a settlement with their employer. Read on to learn more.