Deciding whether or not to dismiss an employee can be tough, particularly if you’re not sure whether it’s appropriate in the circumstances. So how can a new case help you avoid the costs of getting
it wrong?
Published 05.06.2009
You’ve recruited a new employee only to find that they’re not up to the job. What essential points do you need to consider when dismissing an employee who has been employed for less than a year? Our
top ten tips should help.
Published 20.03.2008
Employees with less than two years’ continuous service can’t generally claim unfair dismissal, so it can be relatively easy to dismiss them. But what risks do you need to be aware of before you
decide to implement such a dismissal?
Published 28.02.2024
You can usually dismiss an employee with less than one year’s service without the fear of an unfair dismissal claim. But now that the statutory procedures have gone should you handle these dismissals
any differently?
Published 20.04.2009
You know that since October 1, 2004 you have to follow the statutory minimum dismissal and disciplinary procedure before you can dismiss an employee. But does this apply to short-service staff too?
Published 24.02.2005
If an employee is summarily dismissed for gross misconduct, they are not entitled to receive the notice period stated in their contract. Could this allow them to claim wrongful dismissal, i.e. breach
of contract, by default?
Published 01.06.2012
As you know, an employee must usually have one year’s continuous service in order to claim unfair dismissal. There are, however, various exceptions to this rule which employers ignore at their peril.
What can you learn?
Published 02.11.2006
You want to get rid of an employee who’s been with you for one year and 51 weeks. As they’ve not acquired two years’ continuous service and the right to claim unfair dismissal, can you just go ahead
and sack them?
Published 25.01.2017
You’re doubtless fully aware of the damage an unfair dismissal claim could have on your business. As a result you have procedures etc. in place. But might this mean you’re overlooking the risk of a
wrongful dismissal claim?
Published 30.06.2005
On April 6 2012, the qualifying period for unfair dismissal rights will increase from one to two years. Does this change apply to your existing employees, or only those who are recruited on and after
this date?
Published 09.02.2012