Tobins Solicitors LLP provides advice, services and representation to employees and employers in matters involving redundancy dismissals. Our expert solicitors have extensive experience in this complicated area of employment law, and the ability to get results for our clients in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
North West England Redundancy Lawyers
We receive many calls from individuals who want answers to redundancy questions such as:
- What are my rights?
- What compensation am I entitled to?
- How much will it cost to run the case?
What Is a Redundancy?
Redundancy is one form of dismissal. However it has a special meaning in employment law. In general, it refers to one or other of the following situations:
- The employer closes down the business altogether
- The employer closes down the business in the location where the employee works
- The employer ends the work the employee does either completely or in the location where the employee works
- The employer decides that number of employees doing a particular job is to be reduced but not ended completely
Clients sometimes say they have been made redundant when they really mean they have been dismissed for some other reason such as misconduct.
Assessing a Case
We usually look at a number of factors in redundancy pay disputes, including:
- What was the method of selection for redundancy?
- Was the individual consulted about the process?
- Did the employer offer alternative employment?
When acting for employers we aim to ensure that proper planning takes place as employment tribunals often scrutinise redundancy dismissals particularly closely. The factors identified above are often where fault is found. Planning and a systematic approach ensure a compassionate and fair procedure.
There is special protection for certain groups of employees such as those on maternity leave.
Contact Tobins Solicitors LLP
For a free initial telephone consultation with our Manchester redundancy solicitors, contact our firm.
