By admin on January 15, 2010
You have to admit that you are rather fortunate if you have never had any problems at work. Since employment problems are on the rise, it is no surprise that many individuals are being forced to leave. Too many of us are becoming subject to employment issues, and it’s about time we all took notice of what the employment law solicitors have to say. They could genuinely help us.
It’s not always about getting compensation or seeking revenge, it’s simply to get the justice you deserve. You, like many others, feel that your employer should not have done what they did and you have every legal right to find out if their practice is just and allowed. Some people might have been sacked and feel they have been unfairly dismissed, so they just want to seek immediate advice. Naturally, this is a very serious case and employment law solicitors would need to investigate this fully to find out the full story.
The problem is, many people just don’t see the point of employment law solicitors. Until you actually need to use the services of such solicitors, it is common for people to assume their role is unjustified. The thing is, as soon as you do have a problem at work, you will be grateful for employment law solicitors. Just speaking with the employment law solicitors for 30 minutes could help make the situation seem much better and they will be able to guide you in the right direction.
Everyone requires a level of support throughout their working lives. Some employers don’t understand how to treat their staff fairly, so this often needs to be addressed. This often leaves the staff members wondering where they stand with their working role and what they can do to make things better. After all, it is employment law solicitors who will be able to steer you in the right direction with legal proceedings.
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By admin on December 14, 2009
At Raleys Solicitors, we’re not just here to file claims day in and day out; we actually pride ourselves on our ability to offer comprehensive and detailed advice about any issue you may have with your current or previous employers. We talk, listen and guide you in the right direction with our specialist employment law advice. Every member of our team at Raleys Solicitors knows the employment law sector inside out and we know we are in an enviable position to be able to offer genuine advice that could make a difference to your life and the future of others at the business in question.
Something else we take very seriously is confidentiality. We know its hard when an existing employee calls us regarding work issues, and that’s why we operate a 100% strictest confidentiality policy to make sure your information is safe with us in the lead up to a claim or suchlike.
At Raleys Solicitors, we value our clients and work with them to get the best results.
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By admin on December 1, 2009
We’re not one to blow our own trumpets often, but we feel passionate about the fact we are employment law specialists. Our small, friendly team is adept at dealing with a wide range of legal affairs and we give people a fighting chance when it comes to knowing the ins and outs of employment law and how it may help their situation. We know everyone is different and we treat everyone with respect, so you can be sure of a friendly listening ear when you call Raleys Solicitors.
You might need employment law solicitors if you’re concerned about your rate of pay or working conditions, but there are also many other reasons why people feel the need to speak with solicitors like us. In today’s changing society there are more things that go overlooked in businesses and we will be on your side.
Call us on 01226 211 111
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By admin on November 26, 2009
We know that the world of employment law can get a bit crazy sometimes, so we want to make it simple for you. When you speak to some solicitors, you’ll find that they talk down to you with an air of patronisation. At Raleys Solicitors, we don’t do that. We may speak the employment law lingo, but that doesn’t mean we’ll spout it to you just to confuse you.
Here’s a quick breakdown of some of the employment law terms that get used in solicitor land, and the meanings are included for your reference.
Arbitrator
This is someone who gets chosen by both parties to ultimately decide the outcome of a dispute. A bit like the ‘middleman.’
Claimant / Plaintiff
This refers to the person who has made a claim in court against someone else, who is referred to as the defendant.
DDA (Disability Discrimination Act 1995)
An act that prevents discrimination against disabled people in relation to employment.
Discrimination
If someone is treated differently to other people, this is referred to as discrimination and this is particularly common in employment. A person could be discriminated against for their race, appearance or ability.
EPA, Equal Pay Act 1970
This act indicates that both men and women should be paid the same wage if they do the same work.
Mitigation
In employment law terms, mitigation refers to someone who has suffered loss through a breach of contract and thus had to take suitable action to minimise the amount of loss suffered.
Net Wages
The net wages are what a worker receives once the necessary deductions have been made, such as tax and national insurance.
PIW
On occasions where an individual is unable to work for 4+ days, the PIW refers to the period of incapacity for work.
Redundancy
An unfortunately familiar term to many people during the recession, redundancy is where an individual has been dismissed from an employed role.
Remuneration
This refers to the compensation that is payable for service under an employment agreement.
SAP (Statutory Adoption Pay)
In some cases, employees are eligible to receive Statutory Adoption Pay, and this is applicable in cases where the individual will receive money after adopting a child.
SDP (Sex Discrimination Act 1975)
The Sex Discrimination Act prevents employers discriminating against potential employees due to their marital status or gender.
SMP (Statutory Maternity Pay)
An employee who needs to take maternity leave must be paid statutory maternity pay.
Unfair Dismissal
This term is closely related to wrongful dismissal, although the two actually mean different things. Unfair dismissal is a claim that is filed when an employee feels they have been asked to leave work on unfair grounds.
Wrongful Dismissal
This is when an employer actually breaches their contract by dismissing an employee. The employee can then file a wrongful dismissal claim.
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By admin on November 26, 2009
Here at Raleys Solicitors, we have seen a large increase in the number of people calling us with employment law queries. It is clear that there are a lot of unhappy and concerned workers out there at the moment, and we feel confident that we can help in the darkest of times.
It doesn’t help with the recession, and we think this may be one of the reasons why there has been an increase in people seeking employment law solicitors’ advice. People are despondent and they are starting to question the ethics of their employer.
There are also a lot more businesses out there that are taking workers for granted, so that’s why we’re trying to put a stop to it. Workers are feeling discriminated against and need advice about what to do next. Some have experienced unfair dismissal and they’re not prepared to sit back any longer and just ‘deal’ with it. Of course, at Raleys Solicitors, we know that there is an alternative, and that’s why we want you to contact us before its too late. We will fight for your rights.
With employment law solicitors in demand, this means that we are tailoring our business to the right clients. We have trained professionals on hand ready to take your call and advise about what to do next.
Call Raleys Solicitors on 01226 211 111
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By admin on November 21, 2009
It is a sad reality that some UK citizens are still working in poor conditions and being paid very little. In some cases, it is genuinely a case of employers not realising they are at fault, but others know exactly what they are doing and this has to stop. No-one in today’s society should suffer at work like this.
The Minimum Wage
If your employer isn’t paying you the minimum wage, you have a case to take to the employment law solicitors. Here’s some useful information for you – if aged over 22, you should be earning at least £5.80. If you’re younger than 22, then the wage can vary between £3.57 and £4.83 an hour, so check to see which category you fall into. All information like this can be found online and employers should be aware of their legal obligations. Younger workers need to make sure they are not undervalued and underpaid which is sadly often the case. That’s why there are still many employers paying low wages and getting away with it.
Of course, it doesn’t have to be like this, and with the help of employment law solicitors, you will be able to find out your rights as a worker and understand better about what your employer is doing right and wrong. In all cases, anyone that suspects their employer is breaking the law should contact employment law solicitors promptly.
Overtime That’s Undervalued
In some cases, its not being underpaid that’s the problem, it’s being overworked. If it isn’t written into your contract then technically any overtime does not have to be worked by yourself or anyone else. We’re not talking about 5 minutes here and there though, this is referring to multiple weekly hours of overtime that you put in and get very little in the way of rewards or even overtime pay. Just give employment law solicitors a call as they could help you get the results you deserve.
Know your rights – speak to employment law solicitors.
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