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Taking up so much of your life it is vital you are looked after in your job. When something goes wrong, you need to know immediately what your rights are, and how you can best protect yourself. Turn to us as soon as you feel wronged, and we will let you know what we can do for you. Whether just talking about it is the answer, or taking prompt legal action on your behalf, we will help you.

Early Action Can Be Vital

Speak to us as soon as you have a problem and we will resolve it in the best way we can for you. You have employment rights, now choose the right solicitors to help you!

Unfair Dismissal

You can claim if:

  • You have been employed for more than a year; and
  • You have been unfairly dismissed or unfairly selected for redundancy; and
  • You make a claim within 3 months

Redundancy

You may qualify if you have been continuously employed for more than 2 years and are not:

  • Under 20 or over normal retirement age
  • Working under a fixed term contract of more than two years (and you have renounced your redundancy rights)
  • Dismissed for misconduct
  • Offered another suitable position

Maternity Rights

You have rights to:

  • Time off for ante natal care
  • Maternity leave and pay
  • Return to work after extended maternity leave
  • Alternative work or payment if suspended for maternity reasons
  • Not be dismissed for maternity or childbirth reasons

Areas where we can help you with your employment law matters include:

  • Compromise agreements
  • Termination of employment
  • Bullying and harassment
  • Stress at work
  • Discrimination
  • Disciplinary proceedings
  • Concerns over bonus payments
  • Concerns over your contract of employment including issues around restrictive covenants
  • The sale of the company you work for
  • Board roomdisputes
  • Equal pay
  • Pursuing a tribunal claim

If you have any such concerns our team is able to provide advice to you in a cost effective and practical way. We will be understanding and, as we all also act for employers, will know how best to approach the issue tactically.

Prompt Action Is Often The Difference

Often prompt action is essential to ensure the best prospects of success. Runhams solicitors offer you a free initial telephone consultation. If we can help you we will then act promptly for you.

We Are Here To Help You With Your Employment Needs

Please call us on 01274 532233 or complete our online free enquiry form

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