Employment Lawyers for Employees

Providing comprehensive evaluations of employment contracts, ensuring they meet your needs and are compliant with UK law.

Assisting with resolution of issues related to pay disputes, unfair treatment, or contractual disagreements.

Expert advice on handling workplace discrimination or harassment, and helping you take appropriate legal action.

Guidance on your rights and entitlements during the redundancy process, including the fairness of your selection and the adequacy of your redundancy pay. 

Representing you in employment tribunals to resolve disputes that can’t be solved internally. 

Understanding the rules and your rights when it comes to flexible and remote working arrangements. 

Offering support and advice regarding maternity and paternity leave, including your rights to pay and return to work. 

Explaining your rights when your place of employment changes ownership, and what this means for your contract and conditions.

Advice on the legal protections in place for those who expose wrongdoing in the workplace. 

Ensuring you understand your employer’s obligations and your rights related to workplace health and safety.

Consult a legal expert immediately to review the circumstances and advise on possible courses of action, which may include an employment tribunal. 

Generally, no. An employer needs your agreement to alter contractual terms. Refusal could lead to renegotiation or, in some cases, dismissal. 

UK law prohibits discrimination based on a range of protected characteristics like age, sex, race, and disability. 

If your role is no longer needed, you may be made redundant. You have rights during this process, including the right to a fair selection process and redundancy pay. 

Yes, the UK Working Time Regulations usually cap the workweek at 48 hours, unless an opt-out agreement is signed. 

You’re entitled to maternity or paternity leave, and you usually have the right to return to your job afterwards. 

Employers are increasingly open to flexible working arrangements, and you may have the legal right to request this. 

TUPE regulations protect your employment terms if your employer changes due to a transfer or sale. 

Legal protections exist for whistleblowers, but it’s crucial to follow the proper procedure to ensure you’re protected. 

Initially, internal procedures should be followed. If no resolution is found, legal advice should be sought, possibly leading to an employment tribunal.