People often use the phrases “constructive dismissal” or “unfair dismissal” without really understanding what they mean. Sometimes, these expressions are used as though they mean the same thing. However, unfair dismissal and constructive dismissal are very different. What is an unfair dismissal? An unfair dismissal occurs when an employer dismisses someone unfairly. OK – I […]
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5 Lawyer Jokes and Quotes (and why they don’t apply to OUR employment solicitors!)
Why do people like to make jokes about lawyers and solicitors? We’re such friendly people! Here are five of my favourite jokes and quotes with an explanation of why most of them don’t apply to us (Warning – boring, long-winded, expensive lawyers may find these jokes offensive). 1. An Unpleasant Surprise A man says to […]
Former Employees Must Pay a Fee to Issue Employment Tribunal Claims
From the 29th July 2013, anyone who wants to issue an employment tribunal claim against their former employer will have to pay a fee. They will also have to pay a hearing fee about six weeks before the full tribunal hearing. Tribunal judges will have a power to order the unsuccessful party to reimburse any […]
Thinking of Dismissing Someone? Don’t Forget the ACAS Code of Practice
When deciding whether an employee has been unfairly dismissed for misconduct or poor performance, an employment tribunal will consider whether the business has followed a fair procedure, and must take the Acas Code into account when considering whether an employer has acted reasonably or not. The Acas Code of Practice (Acas Code) was introduced in […]
The Apprentice Case – Good News for Alan Sugar. Bad News for Smaller Employers
You probably heard in the news last week that former Apprentice winner, Stella English, lost her employment tribunal claim against Alan Sugar’s Amshold Group Limited. The employment judge was scathing of her case and said it was a claim that should never have been brought. Although this may look like good news for employers, it’s […]