A problem or a conflict at work which demands a legal solution can be stressful. But it need not be that way. Whether it's an employer seeking advice on how to part company … Read More ...
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Quiet please! Library fined for being too noisy
In an ironic twist, the British Library has lost a tribunal claim brought by an employee who claimed that her working environment was too noisy. As reported in the Evening Standard recently, Lidia Kogut sued the library for failing to make reasonable adjustments. The tribunal held that Ms Kogut was a disabled person, meaning that… Continue Reading…
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4 workplace relationship issues, and how to handle them
It’s a fact of life that employees often meet their romantic partners at work. A blanket ban is literally unworkable, yet they can cause real problems for employers. So, once you’ve accepted that control is impossible, the goal of HR and employers must be risk management. Here are 4 tricky situations highlighting risks posed by… Continue Reading…
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Neonatal Care Leave
The government has confirmed that the right to neonatal leave and pay will come into force on 6th April this year. Under the new law, eligible employees have a right to take up to 12 weeks’ leave if their child requires seven (or more) days of continuous neonatal care starting within the first 28 days… Continue Reading…
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Employee who lied by omission, fairly dismissed
Acts of dishonesty are usually clear for all to see but an employee lying by omission can be harder for employers to identify. Easton v Secretary of State for the Home Department (Border Force) In Easton v Secretary of State for the Home Department (Border Force), an employee applied for a job using an application… Continue Reading…
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How to deal with workplace fraud
Fraud in the workplace is a serious offence that can harm your business financially, damage trust within teams, and cause lasting reputational damage. It involves deliberate deception for financial or personal gain, and while not all fraud is criminally prosecutable, the most severe cases may fall under the Fraud Act 2006. ‘Reasonable prevention’ – The… Continue Reading…
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5 considerations before you suspend an employee
Suspension can be a useful tool when handling serious misconduct allegations, allowing you, as the employer, to preserve evidence and prevent witness intimidation. However, it must be used fairly and reasonably to avoid legal risks. Here are 5 mistakes all employers should avoid Suspension must be reviewed regularlyThe Acas Code states that employers must keep… Continue Reading…
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Guidance for handling unauthorised holiday requests
Employees sometimes take leave without approval, often due to pre-booked trips or misunderstandings, and this can have a negative impact on your business. Here’s some guidance for employers and HR professionals. How to mitigate disruption to your business To avoid unauthorised holiday conflicts, consider: In Gyftaki v Upton-Hansen Architects, an employee, dealing with a family… Continue Reading…
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Redundancy is on the rise: 9 essentials for employers
Redundancies are going to be a reality for many businesses as we travel through 2025. The latest Labour Market Outlook, in which the annual CIPD polled more than 2,000 employers, found that a third (32%) of businesses planned to reduce headcount through redundancies or by recruiting fewer staff. What do employers need to know? Managing… Continue Reading…
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The role of HR in disciplinary investigations
Where serious allegations of misconduct are raised at work and dismissal is a possible outcome for the employee concerned, it is important that employers follow a fair process. HR have an important supporting role to play in this. 5 essentials for HR in a disciplinary investigation What HR should NOT do in a disciplinary investigation… Continue Reading…
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Christian counsellor wins landmark discrimination claim
The Court of Appeal has handed down its highly-anticipated judgment in Higgs v Farmor’s School. Higgs v Farmor’s School – the background In this well publicised case, a Christian secondary school counsellor was sacked for gross misconduct following some posts she made on social media. Her Facebook posts criticised the way the topic of relationships… Continue Reading…
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Hunter Law takes a contemporary and practical approach to delivering the right results for corporate clients. All clients are different. There's no 'off the shelf' formulaic … Read More ...
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Parting company with an employer and a job is often a simple case of wanting to move on, and take the next step in your career. But sometimes it is more challenging.... If you … Read More ...
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The Team Jenna Hunter - Director Jenna Hunter, founder of Hunter Law began her legal career with law firm Kingsford Stacey Blackwell dealing with civil litigation. After … Read More ...
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