Defending a claim in an employment tribunal can be a costly
and time consuming affair.
Companies faced with such a dilemma have to weigh up various factors when notified of such an action.
Companies faced with such a dilemma have to weigh up various factors when notified of such an action.
Should they settle, what harm will it do to the company if there is a hearing, what message does it send to existing employees, how much will it cost, what are the costs likely to be if they lose.
We have seen a significant increase in claims being brought against employers particularly due to law firms offering a no win no fee service.
Here at SGH & Associates we offer a bespoke
investigation service to both small and large businesses alike. In conjunction
with the client, our investigators will consider the issue the employee is
alleging and put together a cost effective strategy that will assist the client
in defending their position fairly and robustly.
Here is an example of the type of work we have been engaged
in:
Client “A” was a national firm employing several hundred people
in various roles. They employed Mr “B” who stated he had suffered a workplace
injury and was unable to carry on his role and was therefore placed on long
term sick. The employee was claiming £18,000 damages from the client stating
they were unable to work due to injuries incurred along with being able to
carry out domestic task including lifting walking long distances etc.
Our investigators identified that this person was in fact
working as a self-employed landscape gardener working in another county for local
commercial businesses keeping their grounds in order. We gathered evidence of
him carrying out this work along with identifying his earnings from the work he
carried out.
Prior to the subsequent employment tribunal the claimant
dropped his case and resigned from the company.
This highlights that taking a pro-active stance on such
claims can save extensive legal expenses along with a company’s reputation as
well sending out a clear message to the workforce.
If you are the owner of a business or HR manager and would
like to know more about how we can help you with an employee taking you to
court contact us for a free consultation.
We can be contacted on 0845 544 1947 or e-mail us here enquiries@sghprivateinvestigators.co.uk
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