It happens the best of us, you know. The botched workplace investigation Do you worry about the disciplinary procedures in your workplace? Have you been told about the eye watering, stomach churning awards when the inevitable unfair dismissal claim comes on for adjudication? Let’s be honest. A badly executed workplace investigation can prove to be … Read more
Do you wonder how effective a “non compete” clause is in a contract of employment? When will it not be enforceable? Let’s take a look at this important topic. It is widely accepted that an employer is entitled to protect his trade secrets and confidential information in his contract of employment. The Courts have … Read more
Zero hours contracts. If and When contracts. What are they? Why do they provoke such controversy among trade unions? Are they useful for employers? Why did a junior minister in the last government commission a report on them? What was the surprise finding? Let’s take a look. What is a Zero Hours Contract? In Ireland … Read more
These are easy mistakes to make, you know. But I regularly come across two very common misunderstandings about contracts of employment. “I don’t have a contract” One of the first questions I ask anyone who seeks my advice is, “send me a copy of your contract”. And often the reply is along the lines of: … Read more
Are you confused about employment references? And your obligations as an employer, or rights as an employee? We all know the value of a good work reference. Because what you say about yourself is one thing; however, what your former employer says may well be more influential in you obtaining a new position. Some common … Read more