This April is Stress Awareness Month, which aims to increase awareness of both the contributory factors and solutions to workplace stress. Although much has been done to tackle this modern-day epidemic, April should serve as a reminder for employers of their ongoing legal obligations to continue to support their employees’ mental wellbeing. Not least because […]
The Employment Tribunal found that Ms Wright-Turner, a former council employee, suffered disability discrimination when she was dismissed due to being on sick leave for post-traumatic stress disorder. Ms Wright-Turner was awarded £4,580,577.39 in compensation following a six-year legal battle, leading to one of the highest damages awards of its kind. Facts Ms Wright-Turner had […]
The Vital Role of Employers in Making Reasonable Adjustments
The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has recently upheld the decision that an employer did not make reasonable adjustments when it dismissed a disabled employee rather than placing him in an alternative role on a trial basis. The case of Rentokil Initial UK Ltd v Miller [2024] EAT 37 clarifies that it can be a reasonable adjustment for […]
The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has dismissed a discrimination claim from Seyi Omooba, a Christian actress, who was dismissed from her position as the lead role in a theatrical production of The Colour Purple, and dropped by her agency, over historical comments on social media regarding her belief that homosexuality was sinful. Her agents, Michael […]
After being dismissed for eating a leftover sandwich, a cleaner is taking legal action against a London law firm, Devonshires Solicitors, alleging indirect race discrimination. Gabriela Rodriguez, an Ecuadorian national employed by Total Clean, was contracted to clean the law firm. The United Voices of the World union (UVW), advocating for migrant workers, has taken […]
Should mental health challenges mitigate misconduct sanctions?
Having been dismissed due to allegations of ‘repeated inappropriate conduct’, a scientist at AstraZeneca, Dr James Muir, has been found by the Employment Tribunal to have been unfairly and wrongly dismissed and to have suffered disability discrimination. Dr Muir argued that his ‘intimidating’ behaviour was due to his disability; this being his mental health issues. […]
International Women’s Day: Advancing Gender Equality in the Workplace
On March 8, 2024, the global community comes together to observe International Women’s Day, a time to reflect on progress made and the challenges that persist in achieving gender equality. As societies strive to create more inclusive workplaces, the UN’s theme for 2024 is “invest in women” and a wider campaign based in the UK […]
Love is in the air but how should you hold your property with your partner? Have you asked your partner to move in with you this Valentine’s Day? Maybe you have both decided to take the next step and purchase a property together. It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of purchasing a […]
The law surrounding cohabitating partners is a minefield and the unfortunate reality is that when such relationships break down, disputes can arise. If you are married, in a civil partnership or have children under the age of 18 living with you, then our Family Law team would be pleased to assist you. Please contact us […]
It’s that time of year again when romance is in the air, and we tend to think more fondly about our loved ones. Valentine’s Day offers an occasion to celebrate those that we care about and hold dear. Whether you celebrate the day itself or not, it is important to consider how we can care […]
When couples begin to think about taking the next step in their relationship, they will often choose to start living together. This is an exciting time for many couples and their families, but one that also presents new challenges and new factors to them to consider. Whether moving into rented accommodation or purchasing property, couples […]
Having been accused of antisemitic comments, a sociology professor, David Miller at the University of Bristol has been found to have been discriminated against. This case recognises anti-Zionist views as beliefs and has stirred significant debate surrounding the fine line between anti-Zionist beliefs and antisemitism. Whilst the University of Bristol believed they were safeguarding against […]
