This is a fast-moving area of the law which lays down rights and obligations that can be complex and problematic in operation. There are wide-ranging anti-discrimination laws covering gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion and belief and age as well as part-time and fixed term workers. There are family related leave and flexible working arrangements, laws relating to data protection and monitoring and duties and obligations concerning health and safety, harassment and whistle-blowing. The law on the termination of employment requires an understanding of rules covering dismissal procedures, breach of contract, unfair dismissal, redundancy and more. Consultation between employers and employees may be required in relation to redundancies, on the proposed transfer of a business or for other reasons. Our advice will help you to put your business in the right position when considering any employment issue. We are happy ro advise you on appropriate contracts, policies and procedures and to draft documents as required. We are always on hand to give early advice in any situation which threatens the employment relationship where we can help you identify your rights and obligations. We can assist you in reaching an amicable agreement or, if required, we can act on your behalf to defend claims in an employment tribunal or the civil court. |