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How do I raise a formal grievance at work?
How do I raise a formal grievance at work? If you’re thinking of raising a formal grievance at work, we recommend that you take advice. It might be that you can still manage the process yourself, but you do …
Age Discrimination in the Workplace
Age Discrimination in the Workplace When age discrimination in the workplace is mentioned, it’s often forgotten that it can rear its head in many ways. Though being discriminated against because you’re too old is unpleasant …
Agency Workers – Discrimination is still unlawful
Agency Workers – Discrimination is still unlawful Last month we focused on discrimination at work, what it means in the workplace, and whether a settlement agreement can help an employee struggling with it. This month, we’d like …
I’m on maternity leave and I’ve not been treated fairly. How do I negotiate a Settlement Agreement?
I’m on maternity leave and I’ve not been treated fairly. How do I negotiate a Settlement Agreement? We introduced this subject in an earlier article, so if you’d like to get some additional information, please click here. It happens far too frequently that women are treated unfairly …
I’m on maternity leave and I’ve not been treated fairly. Should I just quit?
I’m on maternity leave and I’ve not been treated fairly. Should I just quit? Often, women who have received unfair treatment whilst on maternity leave e.g. being overlooked for promotion or a pay rise, would prefer to just not stay working for that employer. …
Bullying and Settlement Agreements
Bullying and Settlement Agreements I was being bullied, and now they’ve offered me a Settlement Agreement… It’s sadly a scenario we’ve come across many times. An employee mentions they feel they’re being bullied, and …
Harassment Claims and Settlement Agreements
Harassment Claims and Settlement Agreements I’ve raised a grievance for harassment and they’ve offered me a Settlement Agreement. Should I sign it? Put simply, your employer is probably trying to avoid a tribunal. By getting …
I’m Worried About being Made Redundant – Part 1.
I’m Worried About being Made Redundant – Part 1. When the dreaded “Redundancy” word begins to be whispered in the corridors and by the coffee machine your mind doesn’t immediately spring to “Settlement Agreements” and “Happy ever afters”. The …
Protected Conversations & Employment Tribunals… What Gives?
Protected Conversations & Employment Tribunals… What Gives? Protected conversations are an interesting facet to employer/employee interactions, particularly when it comes to Settlement Agreements. The general gist under the Employee Rights Act 1996 is that the content of …
Restrictive Covenants in a Settlement Agreement
Restrictive Covenants in a Settlement Agreement Many employees feel nervous or apprehensive when they’re offered a settlement agreement. That’s normal and it is important not to act rashly. Understand that you don’t have to accept any …
