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.
