A recent case of the Workplace Relations Commission in An Employer v An Employee ADJ-00019658 provides guidance on the law relating to discriminatory dismissal and disability. An employee who is dismissed by reason of their … Read More
PROTECTED EXPOSURE: HEALTH PROFESSIONALS AND PROTECTED DISCLOSURES
Transparency International recently voiced concerns over the growing increase of retaliations against healthcare professionals “for speaking out about the realities of COVID-19”. There have been many examples reported in the media globally, including the case … Read More
Unfair Dismissal and Pregnancy
Unfair Dismissal and Pregnancy. A recent case of the Workplace Relations Commission in a Community Development Officer v Family Resource Centre ADJ-00010478 provides guidance into the burden placed upon a complainant who is faced with … Read More
Coronavirus: Employers’ obligations & Leave entitlements Ireland
There is no legal obligation on an employer to pay employees should they choose not to attend work due to the threat of the spread of the coronavirus. However, should an employee turn up for … Read More