FAQs on employment law issues for employees

Is it worth making a claim?

You'd be surprised. The compensation awards for unfair dismissal can now be over £50,000, and are unlimited for discrimination cases.

I work part-time, am I protected?

Even if you only work one hour per week, you're treated the same as a full-time worker!

Am I entitled to a break in the working day?

Generally, yes. The length of the break and the regularity depends on your age and hours worked. Use the contact form below and we'll let you know.

Can I be forced to work more than 48 hours per week?

No. If you want to work more though, you can specifically opt out of this regulation.

My employers have threatened to dock my pay. Can they?

Generally not, but we would need to see your contract first. Use the contact form below and we'll let you know.

Do I have rights if I do not have a written employment contract?

Yes you do. It may not be written (even though the main terms should be) but you still have a contract if you are a paid employee. The terms are implied and vary from job to job. If you are unsure, use the contact form below and we'll try and help.

My employer wants to terminate my employment and pay me off. Do I need advice?

Most certainly. This is a compromise agreement and in order to be binding it does require certain formalities, one of which is to be advised by an independent legal adviser, so contact us using the form below.

People at work are continually making fun of me and my manager is ignoring my complaints about this. Can I do anything?

Yes you can and should. This may amount to bullying / harassment and even discrimination. It could lead to a claim against your employer. For advice contact us using the form below.

Can I claim for stress?

This is a developing area of Law in which we are already involved. It is actually a type of personal injury. See "Who Pays and How".

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