The answer to the question do I have to enter into a compromise agreement is NO! I have had plenty of cases where we have told the employer we are not going to sign the agreement and have gone on to bring unfair dismissal proceedings in the employment tribunal. If you are in this situation…
The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has issued for consultation proposals for introducing fees for those wishing to lodge a claim with an Employment Tribunal (ET) or an appeal with the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT). Currently, the system is free to use and in the year 2010/2011, 218,100 claims and 2,048 appeals were made, at a…
You need to be careful in relation to your conduct at the office christmas party ….. Just because it is out of office hours does not mean that there are no reprecussions if you step way out of line relating to your employment. If something happens and you are asked to meet with the company…
Here is an article from the Association of personal injury lawyers(apil) publiction on consultation they had with the government about the compensation culture myths- makes very interesting reading! Enjoy ! APIL has two important goals – firstly we strive to influence decision makers, and secondly we won’t tolerate inaccuracies and myths being perpetuated. It is…
For anyone who is involved in a personal injury claim beware! At this time of year , some insurers make low but tempting offers to people injured who they know are desparate for money and will take a low offer for their claim rather that wait and get the proper amount later. If you should…