Disciplinary
A real fight for justice
It’s tempting to think there can only be one outcome for an employee involved in a violent incident that leaves someone else with a serious injury.
Shopping centre security guard Gus was invol…
A disciplinary process not fit for purpose
Social media can cause huge problems for employees even when they believe their actions are innocent.
Office worker Trent was a fitness fanatic who loved working out. He had a female colleague who w…
The nasty taste left after unfair disciplinary proceedings
When Jason took a packet of crisps from a bin to avoid food waste he thought it was a good thing – but his employer certainly did not think so.
Jason was accused of theft and cruelty towards a…
The ugly consequences of viewing a not so pretty picture at work
It should be quite simple, but trying to prove your innocence when wrongly facing disciplinary allegations at work can feel like a daunting battle.
Like many people civil…
Poor marks for a college disciplinary process
Whether criticism of a work colleague is ever justified or not, it can cause serious problems.
Shannon was going through the redundancy consultation process&…
Making a bad call with a decision to dismiss
When Clive faced an allegation of stealing a colleague’s mobile phone he did not think things could get any worse, but he was wrong.
The retail worker faced an allega…
The need for caution and less haste when dealing with employee misconduct
There can be outrageous acts of gross misconduct for which you believe an employee deserves to be sacked on the spot, but doing so is never a good idea.
There have been a number of report…
Unfairly blamed for rule breach when following management instruction
You would be justified in feeling aggrieved if asked to do something by your boss only to later face disciplinary action for doing exactly what you had been asked to do.
Like millions of other…
Should I smile if caught on camera at work?
Revealing CCTV footage played a central role in the resignation of Matt Hancock, so it is worth focusing and taking a much closer look at the use of surveillance cameras in t…
What can an employer do about an office romance?
Matt Hancock’s widely publicised breach of social-distancing guidelines put paid to his tenure as health secretary and highlighted the peril of workplace romances.
He handed in…
Letting personal feelings get in the way of a fair disciplinary process
Family fallouts can be very bitter, add work to the mix and things can get even nastier.
Linda worked for a company owned by her brother-in-law and got caught up in the mess whe…
The importance of taking time to understand disciplinary issues
An employee facing the threat of dismissal for poor punctuality will have severely tested the patience of any reasonable employer.
But, when Charlie found himself…
Creating an ugly mess of a disciplinary case
When sculpture technician Carlton was fired on the spot he knew it was not right.
Despite this, Carlton’s biggest fight was challenging the decision and battling…
News 3 - 10 June May 2021
News 3 - 10 June May 2021
Here is the news.
We have much to catch up on so let’s get right into it. Our first story in this edition looks at w…
A painful disciplinary process with a pain free ending.
We all know right from wrong and often you don’t need to be an expert to identify when you are being treated unfairly at work.
Dental receptionist Fara…
Clearing up a disciplinary mess after birthday celebrations
It’s not uncommon for an employer to confuse what may be a genuine mistake for misconduct - and it can lead to serious trouble for an employee.
Wendy had worked as a cleaner at her local communit…
Finding the right words to resolve a disciplinary case
We all like to hear a bit of workplace gossip but there can be situations where things really get out of hand and lead to serious trouble.
Spreading malicious rumours about a colleague can be cons…
A welcome final destination to an unwelcome trip through the disciplinary process
When medical sales rep Jesse was threatened with dismissal for failing to report damage to his company vehicle he faced a difficult journey to justice.
The serious allegation was levelled against…
Picking apart a disciplinary case to ensure justice prevails
Factory supervisor Maria insisted she was firm but fair, while a colleague claimed she was a bully - it was a difference in opinion that left her fighting to save her job.
Maria had been in charge…
Finding the hidden evidence in a message to ensure justice is served
Marketing executive Selina knew the value of words, creating a good impression and the importance of sending the right message.
So, it can be seen as ironic that an inappropriate WhatsApp message…
