Employment Tribunal case law

Employment Tribunal Allows Unfair Dismissal Claim Due to Lack of Notice

An employee successfully claimed unfair dismissal after being dismissed without proper notice or consultation from their employer. Despite initially missing the deadline, the Employment Tribunal allowed the case due to misinformation provided by the employer.

Employment Tribunal Refuses Respondent’s Strike Out Requests

In this case, an employment tribunal decided not to dismiss the worker’s claims even though there were some procedural mistakes. The judge felt it was important for all cases to get a fair hearing and that these issues could be resolved through proper management of the case.

Employment Tribunal Rejects Disability and Age Discrimination Claims

In a recent case before the Employment Tribunal, the claimant alleged that they were subjected to direct disability and age discrimination along with victimisation at work. However, the tribunal found in favour of the employer, dismissing all claims on 15 April 2026.

Worker Found Disabled Due to Back Injury but Not Head Injury

An Employment Tribunal found that a worker was disabled because of a back injury which affected their daily activities, such as driving and socialising. However, they were not deemed disabled due to a head injury sustained at work.

Employer Ordered to Pay Unlawful Wage Deduction

The Employment Tribunal ruled in favour of a worker who claimed their employer unlawfully deducted money from their wages. The tribunal ordered the employer to pay back the full amount of £2,225.60.

Unfair Dismissal Claim Struck Out for Insufficient Service

Late Filing Costs Claimant: Unfair & Wrongful Dismissal Claims Rejected

In this case, an employment tribunal dismissed a worker's claims of unfair and wrongful dismissal because they were not filed on time. The decision highlights the importance of adhering to strict deadlines in employment law cases.

Equal Pay Claim Rejected; Employer Breach Found But No Financial Remedy

The Employment Tribunal dismissed a worker's equal pay complaint but found that their employer had failed to provide them with a written statement of employment particulars. Despite this breach being successful, no financial compensation was awarded as it fell outside the scope of section 38 of the Employment Act 2002.

Employment Tribunal Rules in Favour of Unfair Dismissal and Notice Pay Claims

In this a person, an employment tribunal ruled in favour of the worker on their unfair dismissal and notice pay claims against their employer. However, the tribunal dismissed other claims for holiday pay and loss of statutory rights. The decision highlights the importance of following proper procedures during a redundancy process.

Employment Tribunal Rejects Race Discrimination and Unfair Dismissal Claims

An employment tribunal in Manchester rejected a doctor's claims of race discrimination and unfair dismissal against two NHS organisations. Her harassment claim was also dismissed as it was filed too late.

Claim Dismissed: Tribunal Awards Costs for Vexatious Conduct

Employment Tribunal Allows Discriminatory Constructive Dismissal Claim

An Employment Tribunal has allowed a worker's claim for discriminatory constructive dismissal against their employer. The decision was based on the employer's failure to provide necessary work tools promptly and issues with mobile phone replacements, leading to a breach of trust and confidence.

Employment Tribunal Rejects Disability Discrimination Reconsideration Request

An employment tribunal rejected an application to reconsider a decision about disability discrimination. The claimant argued that critical medical evidence was missing due to hospital non-compliance with data requests. However, the judge ruled that without this evidence being present and accessible, the tribunal could not make a different ruling.

Employment Tribunal Rejects Claimant's Reconsideration Request

An Employment Tribunal rejected a worker's request to reconsider its earlier decision. The judge found that the worker had not shown any reason why it was necessary to change the original ruling, and thus refused the application.

Employment Tribunal Refuses Strike Out Application

In this case, an employment tribunal judge denied a request by the employer (the respondent) to dismiss the employee's (claimant) case due to delays in providing necessary documents. Despite some non-compliance, the judge found that partial compliance had been achieved and it was still possible to have a fair hearing.

Unfair Dismissal Claims Rejected for Late Filing at Employment Tribunal

The Employment Tribunal dismissed the workers' complaints of unfair dismissal and breach of contract because they were filed too late, but ruled in their favour regarding wage deductions. This decision highlights the importance of adhering to strict time limits when filing employment disputes.

Disability Discrimination Claim Allowed Despite Non-Compliance

In this case, the Employment Tribunal decided that the claimant’s disability discrimination claims could continue even though they did not follow a specific court order (Unless Order). However, their unfair dismissal claim was allowed because it was practically impossible for them to meet the time limit. This decision highlights the importance of justice over strict compliance in certain circumstances.

Disability Discrimination Claim Rejected by Employment Tribunal

Employment Tribunal Strikes Out Unfair Dismissal Claim for Insufficient Service

An employment tribunal dismissed a worker's unfair dismissal case because they had not worked for their employer for at least two years, which is required under UK law.

Employment Tribunal Rules Two Relevant Transfers Under TUPE Occurred on November 1st 2024

The Employment Judge ruled that two relevant transfers occurred under TUPE regulations when a company transferred its a person to a person on November 1st, 2024. This decision protects the rights of employees during such business changes.