We are employment law specialists who only act for employees and claimants who find themselves in dispute with their employers.
We specialise only in assisting employees which ensures that we can obtain the best results for you.
Covid: Simple guide on returning to work post-pandemic On 19 July, the work-from-home guidance ended in England, along with the requirement to wear masks and the rule of six. At the same time, nightclubs reopened, and sports stadiums and theatres can return to full capacity. Until that date, the official guidance remained ‘work from home …
Being treated unfairly at work because of a health condition or disability is something no employee should have to accept. Whether your employer has ignored your requests for support, handled your absence in a way that singles you out, or made unacceptable decisions about your role following a diagnosis, our disability discrimination solicitors can help …
If you want to make a claim for unfair dismissal, here’s an idea of the process to follow. First, you must act promptly, because unfair dismissal claims must be brought within three months from the date you were dismissed. Next, you should go through the early conciliation process. If you’re in Northern Ireland, that means …
Have you ever asked yourself: “Can I be sacked for posting on Facebook?” The short answer is: “Yes”. Under UK law, misconduct on social media is just as serious as verbal misconduct in the workplace. If you misuse social media in the workplace, you could face disciplinary action or even dismissal. The kind of posts …
You might wonder if it’s possible to be sacked before you even start your new job. The short answer is yes. The precedent was set a few years ago. In August 1995, Ms Sarker got a job as an ultrasound manager at South Tees Hospital Trust NHS, due to start that October. They sent her …
Below is a question we received recently from a client about whether she had been unfairly dismissed and the response we provided: I have just lost my job in which I have worked for the past 10 years. I was a secretary to the Chief Executive of a large haulage company based just outside Belfast. …
Expert tips on choosing your Northern Ireland employment lawyer Choosing an employment lawyer to represent you is not like choosing a pineapple in a supermarket (see pic). Law firms might look similar, but we are not the same! This article details the main things you need to know when looking for an employment lawyer. Types …
Race discrimination lessons inspired by Jess Carter Sadly, race discrimination is very much a topic, even a quarter of the way through the 21st century. In case you didn’t know, Jess Carter is one of the England football squad (The Lionesses) currently competing in the European Championship. Since the start of the tournament, she’s been …
“Can I take another job during the redundancy notice period?” Have you recently been made redundant? Been told you will be made redundant? Worried that you might be made redundant? Note that it’s your job that’s being made redundant, not you. It means your employer can no longer justify paying someone to do what you …
“My boss is picking on me!” Does your boss put you down in meetings? Do they keep giving you a heavier workload than everyone else? Have they spread malicious rumours about you? Have they put humiliating, offensive or threatening comments or photos on social media? Have they asked you to leave? Your employer has a …