Responsibilities when employing people
19th November 2014 @ 4:30 am - 8:00 pm
Delivered by Hugh James Solicitors
Examining the fundamental role and responsibilities of the employer, and looking at:
- Understanding the role of the employer in dealing with the disciplinary and grievance procedures – minimising the risk of claims in the Employment Tribunal.
- Effectively managing sickness absence during formal procedures.
- Avoiding discrimination through understanding an employer’s potential liability under the Equality Act 2010; key definitions will be explored together with a discussion on recent case law to understand the current interpretation of these rules by the UK Courts and Tribunals.
- Is your organisation complying with the Data Protection Act 1998? Underlying principles and practical examples will be explored to understand this technical subject.
- The impact of social media – use, abuse, risks and liabilities.
