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NORTH East law firm Hay & Kilner has launched a valuable new service aimed at helping the region’s business leaders steer clear of the rising tide of employment tribunal claims. Mass redundancies, corporate restructuring and wage disputes caused by the tough economic climate have contributed to rocketing levels of employment tribunals in recent years, leaving [...]
Changes to unfair dismissal claims
22 Feb 2012NEW: From 6th April 2012 ex-employees will require 2 years service to make some unfair dismissal claims. Be aware though that: (1) This only applies to new employees joining on or after 6th April 2012. (2) Employees who started on or before 5th April 2012 will still need one year. (3) Employees dismissed for: Becoming [...]
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The coalition government is on a mission to simplify employment law and various changes are expected throughout 2012 and beyond! The notable changes are: (1) Employees are to pay to bring tribunal claims!There is currently no fee for an employee / former employee to bring a claim in the Employment Tribunal but this is set [...]
How to Conduct a Disciplinary Hearing
09 Nov 2011Service Network and Newcastle based law firm, Hay & Kilner, presented a role-play recently to a packed audience. Sarah Hall, Neil Dwyer, Sarah Furness and Rodney Jones from the firm’s employment team turned a complex HR situation into a drama that was well received by the audience of 77 guests, who ranged from owner managed businesses to national household names. Feedback [...]