Who is a worker?
This case could have a bearing when considering whether ‘self employed’ people are considered workers, eg valeters/drivers etc.
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Employment Tribunal claims – Employers ability to pay
The employer’s ability to pay a claim is not a factor so beware!
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A week’s pay – inclusive of discretionary bonus
There was an argument that a discretionary bonus should be included in the calculation of a ‘weeks pay’ for the purpose of calculating compensation.
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Purchase schemes by salary sacrifice are VATable
The European Court of Justice has given a wide ruling that most schemes where employees can take salary sacrifice to receive beneficial vouchers.
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Complying with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations
Further Office of Fair Trading guidance on complying with these Regulations regarding checking the mechanical condition of the vehicle
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Equality Law – How it affects recruitment
The Act introduces what it refers to as ‘Protected Characteristics’ (age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation).
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Tribunal finds in favour of employer even through principles of natural justice appear to be missing
The disciplinary hearing found the Bashirs should be summarily (instantly) dismissed for serious misconduct.
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Health and Safety and Disability
‘Health and Safety’ is sometimes used as an excuse for not employing someone with a disability when in fact it is unfounded.
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Employment Tribunal 3 month rule – effective date of termination
In a recent case (Wedgewood v Minstergate Hull Ltd) an employee was allowed to leave work before his end of employment notice date.
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Trade Mark infringement for competitor advertisements appearing from search engine abuse
Companies can legally stop other companies using its trade marks when an internet user cannot easily tell which company is behind the advertisement.
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Complying with the Consumer Protection for Unfair Trading Regulations (CPRs)
The guidance draws to your attention to consider what information the customer needs to make an informed purchasing decision.
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Government to scrap Default Retirement Age of 65
This will present employees with a need to wait until older employees are incapable of doing a job.
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