What employers should know Awareness and understanding of the menopause in general society is improving all the time, but are employers really up to speed on how this could be affecting their team members and what they could be doing to support them? Employment tribunals relating to menopause have risen significantly over the last two … Read more
Brand new amendments proposed to the ERB More updates from the government last week on the Employment Rights Bill, this time including some new amendments not previously known! All are currently still at proposal stage and subject to the usual process of review. Here’s a brief overview of the most important new amendments proposed: Proposed … Read more
ERB implementation roadmap now published Earlier this week the government published an update on the phased approach to implementing the Employment Rights Bill (ERB). We’ve been waiting for clarity on the rollout of these changes for a while, and it seems that some are due a lot later than first anticipated, giving businesses a bit … Read more
An impartial investigation into a sexual harassment allegation The situation A junior female employee had made allegations of sexual harassment against her male senior manager, and in a scenario like this one it can be difficult to ask a colleague to make judgement on their peer, which is why the organisation requested our help. It’s … Read more
The term quiet quitting has been all over the press during the last few months, but what is it really all about and why is it something you should be aware of in your organisation? The term itself was coined on social media and refers to an employee mindset that focuses on doing only what … Read more
When we think of an unfair dismissal tribunal the two most common outcomes that spring to mind are either that the employee loses the case and continues with employment elsewhere, or if the case is found in their favour a financial award is paid by the employer. But there is another scenario that both employers … Read more
We’re super happy to say that we’ve won another award! Our second one in 12 months! It was a lovely surprise to find out we’d been named Best Employment Law Firm – West Midlands in the SME News Legal Awards 2022. But how much do you know about us and how we can support you … Read more
Bringing an Employment Tribunal or Court claim can seem like a daunting prospect given the potential time, cost and risks involved. But if you’re clear what your claims are, have strong evidence to support these and are prepared to follow the Tribunal or Court process, there is no reason why you cannot bring a successful … Read more
Dealing with an Employment Tribunal or Court claim can be a time-consuming and costly exercise and there are risks and uncertainty associated with litigation. However, with careful planning, well-organised and strong documentation, and the support of a great employment lawyer (like us!), you can ensure claims are defended swiftly and successfully. Who can make an … Read more
Losing your job is scary, and redundancy can be a stressful experience, but you do have rights and there are strict redundancy procedures that employers must follow. In this guide, we’ll take you through the key points of the redundancy process, including your rights and some tips on how to manage the process. What is … Read more