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Types of Employment: Advantages and Disadvantages
Published on 16/09/2024, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins
Labor markets and personal circumstances evolve rapidly. Regular reassessment ensures your employment type continues to serve your changing needs and capitalizes on emerging opportunities in your industry.
Working vs personal relationship: what does the law say?
Published on 13/09/2024, by Qredible - Reading time: 4 mins
No. Surprisingly, there's no explicit prohibition. The law instead focuses on managing potential consequences, making employer policies crucial for both legal compliance and workplace harmony.
Gross Misconduct: Can it affect future employment?
Published on 13/09/2024, by Qredible - Reading time: 4 mins
Act swiftly to secure your employment rights. Contact an employment law specialist within days of the dismissal to review your case. This prompt action can preserve your ability to challenge the decision if warranted, potentially turning a career setback into an opportunity for resolution.
Gross Misconduct: Is dismissal the right punishment?
Published on 26/08/2024, by Qredible - Reading time: 4 mins
While gross misconduct can justify immediate dismissal, employers should carefully consider all factors and alternatives before making this decision. Each case requires thorough investigation, fair process, and often, expert legal guidance to ensure the best outcome for all parties involved.
What are your rights without an employment contract?
Published on 08/08/2024, by Qredible - Reading time: 4 mins
While verbal agreements can establish an employment relationship, the absence of a written contract leaves both parties vulnerable. Your primary safeguard lies in understanding and asserting your statutory rights, coupled with proactive documentation of all verbal agreements.
How much does it cost to take a case to the Employment Tribunal?
Published on 22/02/2021, by Qredible - Reading time: 3 mins
It is always worth getting independent legal advice if you have experienced any form of misconduct, discrimination, or other kinds of harassment or mistreatment while at work.
Grievance Procedures: The Complete Guide
Published on 09/02/2021, by Qredible - Reading time: 7 mins
A grievance procedure is a process that allows employees to raise a complaint with their employer. There are some steps that employees should take if they are facing a problem or want to make a complaint about their employer as well as things that they much consider in following grievance procedures.
Employment law: disability discrimination act and equality act
Published on 08/12/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins
How does the Disability Discrimination Act and Equality Act relate to employment law in the UK? In recent years in the UK, there has been a great deal of work in UK employment law to safeguard disabled workers’ rights. These rights extend not only to employees but also to potential employees during the application process.
Second Agreement: Practical & Legal Considerations
Published on 23/09/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 7 mins
There are many different reasons why a secondment might be a good idea. For example, it is an opportunity for an employee to develop new skills in another department or company. In turn, this can yield a range of benefits to the company or department upon the seconded employee's return to their original role.
Human Rights under the Equality Act 2010
Published on 18/09/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 3 mins
The Equality Act 2010 is an anti-discrimination and human rights bill that was put into effect on 1 October 2010. It protects everyone in the United Kingdom against harassment, discrimination, and victimisation. Compositely, it strengthens and streamlines roughly 40 years of equalities legislation.
Non-Disclosure Agreements in Employment Disputes
Published on 16/09/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 3 mins
Confidentiality agreements or non-disclosure agreements (NDA) are a regular aspect of many sectors, employment being one of them. Employers often use them to ensure an employee or ex-employee stays quiet about certain aspects of the job or company.
Recruitment and Employment Agencies: Dispute over costs of service?
Published on 21/08/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 4 mins
Have you ever searched through the job market for your dream job? Did you try to do so alone? You may have felt overwhelmed by the number and variety of promoted posts advertised in your field. Did you ever wonder if you had the right credentials?
Employment Issues: Where to find help?
Published on 18/08/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 4 mins
Having a job is one of the most critical aspects of the lives of many people. A vast portion of the population builds their lives around their work. Due to this, it is essential to ensure that your working environment is a positive one.
The UK Employment Allowance Explained!
Published on 17/08/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 2 mins
Are you a small business owner who pays a large sum of National insurance each year? Are you aware of a scheme that can reduce this cost for your company? You may be eligible to apply for the Employment Allowance.
How many years National Insurance you need to get the full state pension?
Published on 17/08/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins
Everyone in the UK is entitled to a State Pension once they have reached a certain age. The purpose of this pension is to make sure that everyone has as a secure source of income that will help support them through their old age. This state pension is funded through National Insurance contributions.
What is an Employment Tribunal?
Published on 10/08/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins
Workplaces can be volatile environments, and sometimes disputes arise that are hard or even impossible to resolve internally. These issues can arise for any number of reasons; from health and safety concerns, to pay disputes and improper conduct.
What is Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)?
Published on 31/07/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 4 mins
Do you have a disability or sickness that hinders your ability to work? If so, you may qualify for the Employment and Support Allowance (ESA). The ESA is a weekly allowance. Depending on your situation, you may be eligible to receive up to...
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