Employment Tribunal case law

Unfair Dismissal Case Dismissed by Employment Tribunal

In this Employment Tribunal case, the claimant argued they were unfairly dismissed by their employer following an altercation at work. However, the judge ruled that the claimant did not have enough continuous employment to make a valid unfair dismissal claim and that dismissing them without further procedure was within reason.

Unfair Dismissal Claim Against an Online Retailer Rejected by Employment Tribunal

In this case, an Employment Tribunal in East London dismissed a worker's claims against an online retailer regarding unfair dismissal, unlawful deduction of wages and wrongful dismissal. The judge found that there was evidence to support the employer's position that the worker was summarily dismissed for gross misconduct.

Claimant's Claims Struck Out Due to Illegality in Contractual Arrangements

An employment tribunal dismissed a worker's claims against their employer for unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal, and breach of contract because the worker was involved in an illegal scheme that avoided paying taxes. This decision highlights the importance of adhering to legal obligations when making contractual arrangements.

Employment Tribunal Rejects Worker’s Race & Religion Discrimination Claims

An Employment Tribunal dismissed a worker's claims of direct discrimination, harassment and victimisation based on race and religion against their employer. The Tribunal ruled there was insufficient evidence connecting the employer's actions to the worker's protected characteristics.

Successful Claimant Awarded Costs by Employment Tribunal

In this case, the Employment Tribunal awarded the claimant a sum of £3,635 for legal costs after they successfully pursued their case against the employer. The decision highlights the importance of cost recovery when a claimant wins an employment tribunal case.

Employment Tribunal Rejects Unfair Dismissal Complaint

Claims Struck Out by Employment Tribunal

The Employment Tribunal dismissed the case because the claimant did not actively pursue their claims as required by procedural rules. This decision highlights the importance of adhering to court deadlines and requirements.

Employment Tribunal Dismisses Age Discrimination Case Against Employer

In this case, an employment tribunal ruled against a worker who claimed they were discriminated against due to their a person by their employer. The judge concluded there was no evidence of direct a person discrimination or harassment and dismissed all claims brought forward by the claimant.

Unfair Dismissal and Detriment Claims Rejected by Employment Judge Evans

Employment Tribunal Dismisses Unfair Dismissal Claims, Allows Sex Discrimination Claims

An Employment Tribunal dismissed a worker's claims of unfair dismissal and disability-related harassment but allowed her sex discrimination claim to continue, provided she pays a £150 deposit.

Employment Tribunal Awards Wages But Dismisses Unfair Dismissal Claims

In this case, two a person claimed they were unfairly dismissed by their employer. The judge ruled that since neither had worked long enough (two years), they could not claim unfair dismissal or redundancy payments. However, the judge did award them unpaid wages, holiday pay, and commission.

Race Discrimination Case Against Oxfordshire County Council Dismissed

In a case heard at Bury St Edmunds Employment Tribunal, the claimant's complaints of racial discrimination and harassment against Oxfordshire County Council were dismissed. The decision was based on procedural failures and insufficient evidence supporting the claims.

Employment Tribunal Strikes Out Claims Over Process and Timing Issues

In this case, the Employment Tribunal dismissed some of the worker's complaints because they were considered an abuse of process or not within the required time limit. The judge also ordered the worker to pay a deposit for specific claims involving Sir Jim Harra.

Whistleblower’s Claims Against Healthcare Provider Rejected by Tribunal

The Employment Tribunal in Manchester rejected a a person doctor’s whistleblowing claims against her a person. The tribunal ruled there was no substantial evidence showing the disclosures had an impact on how she was treated by her employer.

Employment Tribunal Partially Allows Unfair Dismissal Claim

A worker's unfair dismissal case against an NHS trust was partially successful as the employer did not follow proper procedures when ending their fixed-term contract during a recruitment freeze. However, the compensation was significantly reduced because it was likely the worker would have been dismissed anyway under any circumstances.

Disability Discrimination Claim Dismissed Due to Lack of Evidence

An Employment Tribunal dismissed a worker's disability discrimination case because they did not provide enough proof of having a long-lasting health issue affecting their daily life at the time of alleged discrimination. The judge found that later evidence was irrelevant to the decision.

Successful Unfair Dismissal Claim at Employment Tribunal

In this case, the Employment Judge determined that the worker was unfairly dismissed by their employer and awarded them compensation for lost earnings and statutory rights. Additionally, the judge found in favour of the worker’s claim for unpaid holiday pay.

Employment Tribunal Rejects Health and Safety Claim for Lack of Jurisdiction

In this employment tribunal case, the judge ruled that the health and safety complaint made by an employee was outside the court's authority to decide. This means the employee cannot pursue this type of issue through the Employment Tribunal.

Unfair Dismissal Claim Rejected Due to Gross Misconduct

Claimant Successfully Proves Unfair Dismissal but Sees Reduced Awards

In this case at the Watford Employment Tribunal, the claimant successfully proved that they were unfairly dismissed by their employer. However, due to certain procedural issues, there was a 25% reduction in both the basic and compensatory awards. The judge ordered the respondent to pay the claimant £6368.13.