What is wrongful dismissal? You do not need 2 years service for a wrongful dismissal claim (unlike unfair dismissal). Wrongful dismissal is where an employer dismisses an employee in breach of their contract, usually without giving notice where the employee is entitled to notice of termination (or pay in lieu of [...]
What is Constructive Dismissal? Constructive dismissal is where you feel forced to leave your position. Constructive dismissal refers to a situation where an employee resigns due to a fundamental breach of their employment contract by their employer. This means that the employer has done something that has made it impossible for [...]
Can I terminate an employee on long term sick leave? As an employer, you must end employment 'fairly' when it relates to long term sickness. An employer can terminate any employee’s employment at any time – as in, employers are able to terminate employees’ employment whenever they want to – but [...]
Dismissal at Work – a simple guide Employer's should follow a formal process when dismissing an employee. Dismissal at work is when your employer ends your contract of employment. The law provides protection from some forms of dismissal, and requires your employer to follow certain processes when sacking employees. What are [...]
What is Unfair Dismissal? Unfair dismissal is where an employee loses their position without lawful reason. What is the meaning of unfair dismissal? Unfair dismissal is when an employee's contract of employment is terminated unfairly. What are the 5 fair reasons for dismissal? The law (Employment Rights Act 1996) sets out [...]
How to dismiss an Employee Dismissing an employee - a guide to the basics. How do you fairly dismiss an employee? What’s the procedure for dismissal of an employee? Is there a different procedure for employees with less than 2 years’ service? When you want to dismiss an employee It is [...]
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