Employment law
As a business owner or manager, you may not have the time or resources to ensure you fully understand all areas of the law enough to remain compliant and avoid potential pitfalls. Pengillys can assist businesses with all areas of employment law, providing reassurance and protection against potential claims.
As an employee, understanding your legal rights can be challenging, and the procedures involved in tribunals may seem daunting without expertise. Pengillys can advise you on your rights and guide you through any difficulties you encounter at work.
If appropriate, we can arrange a workplace mediation service, which offers a welcome alternative to conflict, stress, and the risks associated with conventional legal approaches.
What can we do for you?
We offer expert advice on the following areas, which can affect both employers and employees:
- Breach of contract – When either the employer or employee breaks the terms of their employment agreement.
- Constructive dismissal – Occurs when an employee resigns because their employer has made working conditions intolerable.
- Contracts of employment – Legal agreements that outline the rights and responsibilities of both parties.
- Data protection – Ensuring compliance with legal obligations to handle personal data securely and lawfully.
- Directors’ service agreements – Contracts detailing the terms and conditions under which company directors are employed.
- Disciplinary action – Managing employee misconduct or poor performance fairly and legally.
- Discrimination – Protecting against unfair treatment based on age, disability, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
- Employment tribunals – Legal hearings to resolve disputes between employers and employees.
- Grievance procedures – Formal processes for handling employee complaints.
- Redundancy – The legal process for letting employees go when their position is no longer required.
- Restrictive covenants – Clauses that prevent employees from joining a competitor or starting a competing business after employment ends.
- Settlement agreements – Legally binding agreements in which an employee agrees not to pursue claims in exchange for compensation.
- Staff handbooks – Documents outlining company policies, procedures, and employee expectations.
- Transfer of undertakings (TUPE) – Protecting employees’ rights when a business changes ownership.
- Unfair dismissal – When an employee is dismissed without a fair reason or proper procedure.
- Whistleblowing – Reporting illegal or unethical practices within a company, with legal protections in place for the whistleblower.
Each situation is unique, so please contact us as soon as possible if you think you may need assistance. Whether you’re an employer seeking expert guidance or an employee in need of advice, Pengillys is here to help.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and ensure your rights are fully protected.
For an indication of the possible costs involved, please visit our pricing page here.