Employee Ticked Wrong Box on WRC Online Claim Form-Could His Case for Constructive Dismissal Be Heard?

The case of Eddie Byrne versus Secto Services Limited is a constructive dismissal case that is worth a close review. Firstly, the employee, Eddie Byrne, ticked the wrong box on the WRC online complaint form. He intended to bring a claim for constructive dismissal but did not tick the unfair dismissal box, he ticked the … Read more

Bringing your own employment claim and representing yourself at the WRC or Labour Court

Are you thinking about bringing a claim to the Workplace Relations Commission and representing yourself? Are you concerned about the cost of getting professional representation-for example, from a solicitor or a HR practitioner? Yes, it is possible to bring your own employment claims to the WRC or Labour Court. And it is easy to do. … Read more

Choosing the wrong complaint on the WRC complaint form-a fatal mistake

Thinking about submitting a claim to the Workplace Relations Commission? Take your time and get advice first if you are unsure of what you are doing. A recent decision from the WRC in a case involving a sales area manager and a construction company illustrates how important it is to complete the WRC correctly when … Read more