Employment

We have an experienced Employment Law Team who regularly advise on potential breaches of Employment Contracts.

When an employment contract is breached this can be a stressful, expensive and potentially time consuming matter for both employers and employees.

It is because of this that you will receive expert guidance from our Employment Law Team.

What is an Employment Contract?

An employment contract is a legally binding document (or series of documents and policies).  It may be in writing or it may be a combination of written and oral agreements, and there will be express as well as implied contract terms which both the employee and employer must comply with, not only during employment but in some cases after employment has ended between the parties.

The contract between the employer and employee will usually set out the terms of employment and may include:

• employment conditions;
• employee rights;
• responsibilities;
• duties.

Employers and employees must adhere to the terms of the contract until it ends, and if the terms need to be changed this must be conducted appropriately and in accordance with the appropriate legislation.  

As soon as an individual commences employment all workers now have the right to receive a written statement of particulars of employment on the first day of employment.

What is a “breach of an Employment Contract”?

This will very much depend on the particular facts of an individual case, but generally occurs where one party to the contract (either the employer or the employee) fails to adhere to one or more of the terms of the contract.  

For example, an employee may not have been paid appropriate salary or an employee may fail to turn up for work at the agreed time.  

Obligations on both parties continue even after the employment relationship has terminated.  Disputes often arise where employers seek to enforce restrictive covenants and protect their legitimate business interests.

Employees will be keen to progress with their careers and employment and may be concerned that the employer is seeking to unfairly enforce restrictive covenants.  

It is important to seek independent legal advice if you are unsure of your position.

How we can help

We know that contacting solicitors can be daunting, but we pride ourselves on our friendly and practical approach. It is important to us that we understand your goal from the outset to achieve the best outcome for you.

Fees

Our Employment Law team are here to take the worry off your hands.

We can provide either a fixed fee appointment, assessed according to the information available to you, and provide you with a summary of your options.  We will also give consideration to agreeing further fee structures with you, including deferred payments and/or instalment payment options as we appreciate that legal fees can be expensive, particularly in contested matters.

Location

Our solicitors are able to provide expert advice nationally and virtually and have a network of offices based in: Chesterfield, Nottingham, Mansfield and Derby.

How to get in contact

Our team are on hand to help you and can assist wherever you are based.

Please call us for a no-obligation, initial discussion on 0330 333 2613 or email enquiries@elliotmather.co.uk and we will call or email you back.