Posted on Monday 26 August 2024
Gross misconduct in the workplace is a serious matter that can lead to immediate dismissal. However, determining whether termination is the appropriate response requires careful consideration of various factors. This article explores the complexities surrounding gross misconduct, the legal framework governing such cases, and alternative...
Posted on Saturday 6 June 2020
The loss of a job can be an upsetting and stressful time for any employee. It can cause financial distress, tensions in home-life and uncertainty about the future. If you are worried that you have been unjustly treated and want to know your rights, then...
Posted on Tuesday 2 June 2020
Have you found yourself in a position where you were wrongfully accused of something or unfairly dismissed from your job? If you or a loved one needed to claim for unfair dismissal, would you know what to do? Would you know where to start? You...
Posted on Wednesday 20 May 2020
Many people may have heard the term gross misconduct or may even know someone dismissed for this reason. This topic is so vast and varied and can be a difficult concept to grasp. So, we are here to break it down for you! Read on...
Posted on Sunday 17 May 2020
Lord Alan Sugar makes it seem OK to do, but a simple, "you're fired!" declaration to any employee will not wash in real life. Beyond the realms of television, immediate dismissal does exist! However, instantly lawfully firing an employee involves more than the point of...
Posted on Thursday 23 January 2020
Religion, abortion, sex-life or politics: these are just a few taboo subjects that we should steer clear of at work. Should we though? Is political talk at work politically correct? Freedom of expression is an acquired right According to Article 10 of the Human Rights...