Questioning at WRC Hearings and 10 Rules for Effective Cross Examination

Since the commencement of the new Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) service in October, 2015 I have been surprised at the inconsistency I have experienced in relation to how the hearing is conducted. The Workplace Relations Commission Adjudicators have a certain amount of discretion as to how the hearing is conducted, but I have been slightly … Read more

Complaints to the WRC Under Industrial Relations Act, 1969

There is a range of issues you can refer to the WRC (Workplace Relations Commission) which do not fall neatly under any other pieces of legislation. Trade Disputes The provision I am referring to is set out in section 13 of the Industrial Relations Act, 1969 and covers trade disputes. It states that you can … Read more

How to Enforce a Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) Decision

Have you succeeded in your claim at the Workplace Relations Commission? If so, the employer has 56 days to carry out the decision. If he fails to do so you can apply to the District Court for a Court order forcing the employer to carry out the WRC decision. If your decision was for reinstatement … Read more

How to Make a Complaint to the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC)

The Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) is the new body which, from 1st October 2015, will hear all cases concerning complaints about breaches of employment and equality law in the workplace. To make a complaint you need to fill out the Workplace Relations Complaint form which you can access here. WRC Procedures in Investigating and Hearing … Read more

Dignity at Work Policies in Ireland-Harassment, Sexual Harassment and Bullying

Are you being bullied at work? Or harassed? Bullying and harassment are the acts of cowards. But can be appallingly damaging if you are a victim. And if you are an employer in whose workplace this is allowed to happen. Bullying, harassment, and sexual harassment claims by employees against employers can be incredibly costly affairs. … Read more