Employment tribunal services for employers
Whenever times are hard, there is a sharp increase in the number of employment tribunals, just as we have seen recently. This is set to be exacerbated by a number of changes to employment law, including the Equality Act, the Pensions Act, the abolition of default retirement age and changes affecting agency workers. So much time and energy goes into running or managing a business that employers often find it difficult to keep abreast of all these changes, or adjust their policies and documentation accordingly.
Peninsula clients can benefit from a range of resources and services aimed at preventing an employer ever being taken to employment tribunal. These include a 24-hour advice hotline and an online resource centre for when you need information in a hurry, as well as employment law training for managers and employers to provide a deeper understanding of best practice. Clients will also be kept up-to-date with any new or impending legislation that may affect their business.
Tribunal advice and preparation
If the worst happens and you are served with tribunal papers, Peninsula will work with you to get you through the process, to help minimise the impact to you and your business. Our employment law specialists will provide tribunal advice and preparation services including:
- Liaising with the claimant's representative and the Employment Tribunal Office
- Preparing evidence for your hearing, and dealing with any requests from the claimant's representative
- Legal research into the relevant legislation and cases that set a precedent
- Full advice and support during the tribunal process
- Full advice and support on how to conduct interviews and tribunal investigations, including all the documentation and guidance that you will need
- Agreeing an employment tribunal settlement with the claimant if that is how you want to proceed
Employment tribunal representation
When it comes to the hearing itself, our service includes employment tribunal representation. Peninsula's specialist tribunal team will ensure the process is made as simple as possible. Why be burdened with the headache of employment tribunals? With the support of Peninsula's specialist team, we can help you to free up critical management time. This is because as one of the UK's leading employment law experts, our experience helps to protect your business not just during tribunals, but from the threat of them too.
Employment tribunals are common these days and can be damaging, even devastating, to a business. If you find yourself facing this kind of battle, it certainly helps to have one of the UK's leading employment law experts in your corner.
