Employer or employee, we have wide ranging experience to help you resolve any employment law issue call now on 0161 870 0177.

Services to employers

It's rule one for employers: be sure you have properly drafted employment contracts and policies in place.

Removing ambiguities and the possibility of misunderstandings as regards entitlements and responsibilities makes for a happier workforce, and for far less chance of damaging disputes.

It's particularly important to ensure all senior staff have detailed contracts which incorporate protection for your business.

If a dispute does occur - long term sickness absence, redundancy or disciplinary issues are typical sources – contact us immediately and we can advise on issues or problems as they arise.

Services to employees

If you're a senior executive, we can analyse your service agreement, and help with resolving any issue or dispute that may have arisen relating to its terms.

In the case of an employee facing redundancy, you will usually be asked to enter into what's termed a 'Compromise Agreement' with your employer.

You are required to have independent legal advice on the terms and effects of these types of agreement, and we have a lot of experience in this role.
 

And if you believe you've been unfairly treated at work – perhaps as a result of dismissal or discrimination, harassment or bullying – we can help here too.

You'll get clear, realistic advice on the likelihood of success in your claim, and if appropriate, we'll present the claim in a tribunal or issue court proceedings on your behalf.

National Minimum Wage update:

From 1st October 2010 the National Minimum Wage has been increased:

   • For 16 to 17 years old from £3.64 to £3.68 per hour

   • For 18 to 20 years old from £4.92 to £4.98 per hour
   • For workers aged 21 and over from £5.93 to £6.08 per hour.

And if you work in the catering/hospitality sector, tips no longer count as a 'top up' for the minimum wage.

If as an employer or an employee you have concerns or issues relating to employment law, contact us straightaway to talk about your situation.