As specialists in employment law, we have day to day experience in all employment related matters. We would like to share some of our insights in the articles on this page.

News and comment from the team

Landmark Unfair Dismissal Victory for Whistleblowing Cardiologist Dr Raj Mattu

The case of Mattu vs UCHW (University Hospitals of Coventry) has drawn widespread attention not only amongst employment law specialists but also the media.

Senior Bank Worker Told ‘You’re Not 25 Anymore’

A senior bank employee's boss told him ‘you’re not 25 anymore’ when trying to persuade him to move on from his role

Nursing Agency Founder Was Fairly Dismissed

A nurse who was sacked from the recruitment agency she founded after being accused of involvement in ‘massaging’ the books was fairly dismissed

Employment Law Updates May 2014

Employers are reminded that the minimum time period for complying with the rules regarding the provision of employee liability information when there is a relevant transfer under the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE) is extended...

Employment Law Updates April 2014

From 6th April this year, a number of employment law changes have been introduced to the UK.

Whistleblowing – Blackbay Ventures Ltd (Chemistree) v Gahir

It is recommended that employers investigate promptly and thoroughly as well as take specialist advice where concerns are raised regarding health and safety or legal obligations.

Rewarded for Whistleblowing?

The EU is considering whether US style 'bounty payments,' should be paid within the European Union.

Constructive Dismissal – Reducing Compensation Due to Contributory Fault on Behalf of Claimant

In a recent case the EAT had to consider whether or not compensation should have been reduced due to contributory fault on behalf of the claimant.

Three Emails Taken Together as Protected Disclosure in Whistleblowing Case

When considering exactly what constitutes a 'qualifying protected disclosure,' it is always advisable to seek specialist advice.

Covert Recordings at Disciplinary Hearings – Can they be used as evidence?

For years there have been debates as to whether or not covert recordings can be used as evidence at employment tribunal.

Surrogacy and Maternity Leave – Recent Debates

A highly controversial decision with regards to a mother’s rights for maternity leave was recently made by the European Court of Justice (ECJ).

Short or long notice request template

[Your Address] [Name of the person to whom resignation is addressed] [Their position] [Organisation name] [Address] [Date] Dear Mr/Mrs/Ms/Miss [Surname], I am writing to inform you that I would like to resign from [insert your post in the organisation]. Please accept this as my formal letter of resignation and a termination of our contract. Although, as per my contractual terms I a

Standard Notice Resignation Letter Template:

[Your Address] [Name of the person to whom resignation is addressed] [Their position] [Organisation name] [Address] [Date] Dear Mr/Mrs/Ms/Miss [Surname], I am writing to inform you that I am resigning from [insert your post in the organisation]. Please accept this as my formal letter of resignation and a termination of our contract. I will continue to work until [insert notice period

Constructive dismissal letter template

[Your Address] [Name of the person to whom resignation is addressed] [Their position] [Organisation name] [Address] [Date] Dear Mr/Mrs/Ms/Miss [Surname], I am writing to inform you that I am resigning from my position of [insert the name of your post within the organisation] with immediate effect. Please accept this as my formal letter of resignation and a termination of our contrac

Discrimination & Vicarious Liability – Third Party

The concept of vicarious liability, particularly in relation to a third party is one that can cause considerable concern to that of an employer

Resignation letter templates

If you want to resign your employment it is important to write a letter to your employer making certain points clear. If you wish to make a claim for constructive dismissal it is absolutely essential that your resignation letter records the correct points, otherwise you will not be able to claim constructive dismissal after resignation.

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