Can you dismiss someone for having too much time off sick?
How should you respond when a member of staff has too much time off sick? Is it ever fair to dismiss them? Many employers are frustrated because they feel there’s nothing they can do about staff who...
View ArticleDo you have to pay staff who can’t get to work because of the snow?
During the wintry weather, many employees are electing to stay at home rather than come to work. This may be because of: Blocked roads; Severe weather warnings; Needing to look after children when the...
View ArticleWhat To Do if Your Staff Wrestle with Sharks When They’re Off Sick
Ever done a good deed and then wished you hadn’t? Paul Marshallsea was signed off work with stress when he took a holiday to Australia with his wife. He achieved international fame when he rushed...
View ArticleIs it Ever Fair to Fire Someone for Being Off Work Sick?
You may have read in the news about a young apprentice who was fired by Sutton Council because he had too many days off sick. Keith Moore (pictured above) said that he was made to feel like a criminal...
View ArticleWorld Cup 2014 – Our Employment Solicitors Show Employers How to Avoid An Own...
With the world cup starting, it’s a good time for employers to be aware of some of the legal issues that might arise. Our employment solicitors give a few tips on what you need to consider. 1...
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