Losing your job can be an incredibly traumatic and stressful situation as you will have found yourself instantly without an income. The situation is even worse if you have suffered an unfair dismissal. Unfair dismissals can arise in a number of situations such as:
- False or unproven allegations of misconduct
- Dismissal for poor performance which has not previously been addressed
- The employer has following an unfair procedure
- Incorrect or unfair selection for redundancy
- Dismissals for reasons related to health and safety
What Can You Do?
If you consider that you have been unfairly dismissed, you may be entitled to claim compensation or, in some cases, even apply for an order for reinstatement.
In order to bring an unfair dismissal claim you must have been an employee with (subject to certain exceptions) at least 1 year’s continuous service at the date on which your employment was terminated if based in Northern Ireland or 2 years if you worked in England, Scotland or Wales.
A claim for unfair dismissal must be brought to the Employment Tribunal within 3 months of the date on which the employment ended.
How We Can Help?
Given the short timescales in which a claim must be brought, it is crucial that you do not delay in seeking advice. Delays could mean you lose your right to claim.
We will provide you with a same day free assessment of your case in which we discuss the following matters clearly with you:
- The prospects of you winning a claim
- Your likely compensation
- Options for funding the case
If you have not yet been dismissed, we can also discuss your options regarding severance packages and seek to negotiate a severance package on your behalf.
We have a number of options regarding funding a case (see here) and have also arranged an insurance policy which will protect you against the risk of having to pay Tribunal fees should your case be lost.
“Overall I have been very impressed by the industry knowledge and the level of service provided by the solicitors at Paul Doran Law. I felt they understood me and my specific situation, advising me in a way I felt comfortable with.”
Nuala M
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To make a free enquiry based on any of the issues raised on this page call us on 0808 168 7288, or complete an Online Enquiry.
We will also discuss the best methods of funding your case and seek to reach a solution that best suits your needs. This can involve a “no-win, no-fee”” agreement if appropriate.