Disciplining an employee with mental health issues UK is a sensitive area where employment law and practical management intersect in complex ways. I’m John Bloor at EBS Law, and I’ve advised many employers who believe they are doing the right thing but a mental health...
One of the most frequent issues I hear from clients is about an employee taking too many sick days UK. This can be disruptive, costly and sometimes unfair to colleagues who are left to pick up the workload. The challenge for employers is that sickness absence is a...
When it comes to employment law and redundancy, the stakes can feel particularly high for employers. Not only are you dealing with a difficult and often emotional process, but there are also strict legal obligations that, if overlooked, may result in tribunal claims....
Understanding redundancy rules for employers is essential as whether you employ five people or fifty, the law requires that you follow a fair and transparent process when considering redundancies. Why redundancy rules for employers matter When employers talk to me...
Understanding the reasons for dismissal and the way you handle dismissals can have a lasting impact on staff morale and carries the risk of a tribunal claim. Employers who think they have a straightforward case can find that the way they managed the process created...
Sacking someone is one of the hardest tasks any employer faces. I am sometimes asked “how can I sack an employee without ending up at a tribunal?” The reality is, you need to balance the needs of the business with legal obligations. If you get it wrong, the cost in...
Paying sick pay to employees is an area of employment law that often causes confusion for managers and business owners. I regularly speak to employers who are unsure when they need to pay Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), what happens when contractual sick pay comes into play...
Dealing with an ACAS employment tribunal process is something many employers hope to avoid. Business owners are often surprised to learn that before most claims can reach a tribunal, employees must go through ACAS Early Conciliation. Understanding how this stage...
The Employment Tribunal Rules Process is one of those areas that many employers only think about when they are suddenly faced with a claim. I have advised many employers who admitted they had little idea what to expect until the paperwork landed. My aim here is to...
Maternity leave rights can feel like a legal minefield for many employers. But handled correctly, they don’t have to be. In my experience advising UK businesses, I’ve seen how a clear understanding of your responsibilities helps avoid stress, disputes and...
