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Many people meet their partner through work. But what if one employee shows an interest in another yet their feelings aren’t reciprocated? Is this one for Cupid to sort out, or could you be under a
duty to intervene?
Published 21.04.2010
A female employee had been seeking compensation of £4 million after alleging she was hired for her looks and subject to four years’ sexual harassment. But she lost at tribunal. What was the main
reason behind this?
Published 01.06.2010
Sexual orientation discrimination cases are coming through thick and fast. Following one involving a lesbian, what should be your position?
Published 24.01.2008
Like many employers, you probably have a staff handbook into which you put all manner of policies and rules. But following a recent case, is this enough to protect your position?
Published 12.07.2007
A female employee who alleged that she had suffered discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation has won her claim at the tribunal. Why did the employer lose the case?
Published 13.02.2019
Legislation outlawing discrimination against gay staff was introduced in December 2003. But just how far do these rules affect office banter? What guidance does a new case have to offer you?
Published 24.08.2006
An employee who needed to answer “a call of nature”, stopped his van to do just that. His employer reacted by sacking him for gross misconduct. But what did the tribunal think? Was this a “reasonable
response” or not?
Published 20.11.2009
Staff often look for ways to lighten the workplace mood. But what if a female employee’s solution is to display a calendar featuring scantily-clad men? Is this just a bit of harmless fun or are you
breaking the law?
Published 06.10.2009
An employee who was often called a “good girl” by her ex-manager has won her sexual harassment claim. However, the ex-manager didn’t attend the hearing to give evidence. Can former employees be
forced to attend the tribunal?
Published 26.05.2022
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