A settlement agreement is a legally binding confidential agreement between an employer and an employee. A settlement agreement is usually coupled with a compensation payment.
"Without prejudice discussion" and "protected conversation" are two phrases often used interchangeably to refer to an off-the-record discussion with employees.
Employers who, as a matter of company policy, refuse to consider job applications from individuals requiring work authorisation for the UK should be aware that such practices could expose them to claims of race discrimination.
Latest figures show an overall improvement to female unemployment, as International Women’s Day highlights the importance of building a diverse workforce
ACAS early conciliation delays are impacting tribunal claims. Learn what this means for employees and employers, plus practical advice to prepare.
People are a key business asset, but once the relationship with an employee or contractor ends they may become a liability, threatening the business’s continued success. The right to work does not outweigh the right to protect legitimate business interests, but employers need to properly use the available safeguards to ensure their enforceability.
Understand flexible working rights, employer obligations, and tips for employees making requests.
In this day and age, it is perhaps shocking to learn that over 60% of women in the UK have experienced some form of sexual harassment in the workplace.
In 2016 we successfully defended a claim for £10m brought against five ex-Affinity IFAs for alleged breach of 12 month covenants. The claim was withdrawn part way through trial and we recovered indemnity costs for our clients.
Hybrid working has now become a common approach, particularly in office-based environments. But what is hybrid working, and how should employers go about implementing it?