Employment
If you employ staff, or have growth aspirations which will result in the need for additional personnel, then you have a legal requirement to comply with employment law.
Few people who go into business know what the law states when employing people. They will, however, undoubtedly have heard the horror stories of ignorance being no excuse when things go awry. In these increasingly litigious times, it serves you well to know your legal position as an employer as much as it does an employee.
Conversely you might be an employee with a valid case to argue. Constructive and unfair dismissal cases must be handled not only with sensitivity but also, to a strictly formal procedure where early consultation is vital.
In a recession redundancies are an unfortunate by-product, but there remains a rigorous procedure to follow to ensure the employee is treated fairly and within the law. It serves you well to know your rights and call us for more information.
Talbot Walker has a dedicated department which offers expertise in employment law, including:
- Contracts of Employment and Handbooks
- Compromise Agreements
- TUPE
- Redundancy
- Flexible Working
- Maternity, Paternity and Adoption
- Equal Opportunities
- Discrimination
- Dismissal
- Grievance and Disciplinary Procedures
- Policy drafting
- Consultancy Agreements
They have a wealth of experience in protecting client’s legal rights and will provide the answers to your employment questions. Simon Walker can be reached on t: 01264 721705 or e: swalker@talbotwalker.co.uk and Sonia Adlem on t: 01264 721706 or e: sadlem@talbotwalker.co.uk