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You’ve got an issue with someone in your business that you really do want to deal with, in fact, you have wanted to do something about it for years but have avoided doing so. How much have you paid that employee since the issue arose? How many sleepless nights have you endured? How many days […]

“Great advice, thanks”. “But we’re not going to follow it” is what they should have added. ONE WEEK LATER “We’ve had a letter from a solicitor asking for £50k for that employee we sacked.” After 20 years of being an employment lawyer, I’ve seen my fair share of workplace disputes and can usually spot the […]

Receiving a grievance out of the blue, or a call from ACAS, an appeal or a solicitor’s letter may be viewed cynically, particularly when it’s received in response to a challenge to an employee’s performance or behaviour. But before you get ready for battle with your staff, take a moment to reflect on why your […]

“I’m fed up with my staff” said my client “It’s not about getting the job done anymore. It’s about pandering to their feelings and desires; tiptoeing around them so that they perform their duties adequately and don’t sue us. And they also expect a pay rise or bonus after 5 minutes in the role!” Unfortunately, […]