“Their knowledge of the law, detail of our case, and their clear strategy made us feel that we were in the best hands.”
T Culpin, HR advisor
Headline grabbing discrimination and whistleblowing court cases in the press are all too familiar. Whilst the reality is that most people don’t want to go to court, there are some that feel they have no option or just want “their day in court”.
Based on our collective years of experience at the coal face, we confidently guide our clients through the employment tribunal process. As well as providing expert, commercially astute and practical advice, we work with leading barristers chambers in the UK to ensure that our clients get the very best representation in court.
We understand:
- detail in a case is crucial – and whilst there may not be a “smoking gun” email, there may be a wealth of other evidence which may persuade a tribunal in your favour;
- careful and skilful pleading of your case, and concise and polished witness statements that addresses the relevant facts creates the right impression and provides the best chance of success;
- tactics in a case – whether a measured approach is appropriate or alternatively when the time is right to be ruthless;
- when an expertly negotiated exit is the best way forward
We have particular expertise in:
- Complex and sensitive discrimination and whistleblowing claims
- Unfair dismissal, including redundancy and various types of automatic claims;
- Claims under TUPE and TULR(C)A, and TUPE employee liability information disputes
- Breach of contract
- Unlawful deduction of wages and holiday pay claims
High Court Injunctions
We have significant High Court experience including Injunction experience, particularly in relation to:
- Disciplinary related matters including unlawful suspension
- Restrictive covenants
- Bonus and shares issues and payments
Mock employment tribunal video
The employment team at ebl miller rosenfalck has produced a mock employment tribunal video to demonstrate how a typical case would unfold.
The case concerns a young female estate agent, Ms Taylor, who has worked happily at a local business for some years. The lively working environment changes for the worst after the arrival of Mr Moore. Banter in the office becomes increasingly sexist with comments made about female staff and celebrities. Inappropriate pictures of women and jokes on mobile phones are passed about, as well as lads magazines. Ms Taylor reports the situation but the employer is not overly concerned about Mr Moore and the “banter“ in the office, which continues. The situation deteriorates and results in the alleged assault and harassment of Ms Taylor in the lead up to the Christmas Party. Ms Taylor later resigns.
It follows the trial process from start to Judgment and ends with a question and answer session with the experts. It is specifically designed for managers and HR staff who may be investigating tricky grievances, defending employment tribunal claims and/or who may face the daunting task of giving live evidence in court.
There are also two Q&A clips with Ms Karen Moss of Counsel: how to address “banter” in the office and how to give witness evidence in the employment tribunal.
