Disability-Related Constructive Dismissal Claim Considered
We look at a WRC case that centred on whether or not the Complainant suffered discrimination on grounds of disability.
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Adrian Twomey
- Mar 16
- 4 min
WRC Finds Insurance Brokers Exploited Pandemic
This week we look at a recent case in which the WRC was asked to find that a supposed "redundancy" was actually an unfair dismissal.
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Adrian Twomey
- Mar 2
- 3 min
Kettles, COVID and Conflict: WRC considers 'Constructive Dismissal' Claim
We look at a recent WRC case in which the Adjudication Officer was required to consider the law on constructive dismissals.
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Adrian Twomey
- Jan 12
- 3 min
Agency Worker “Manoeuvred” Out of Employment
This week we look at a recent WRC case in which an agency worker claimed to have been unfairly dismissed after she took maternity leave.
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Adrian Twomey
- Aug 19, 2022
- 3 min
Powerscourt Hotel, Pay Cuts and a Pastry Chef: A Tale of Constructive Dismissal
We look at another recent constructive dismissal case at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC).
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Adrian Twomey
- Jul 11, 2022
- 3 min
WRC Considers Extension of Time Limit for Bringing Claims
Our Adrian Twomey discussed a recent decision on the time limit within which claims of unfair dismissal must be filed.
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atwomey76
- Jun 4, 2022
- 2 min
Hotel Worker Sues Over Reduced COVID-19 Hours
The COVID-19 pandemic saw workers across Ireland working reduced hours or being laid off. We discuss one such case here.
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atwomey76
- May 7, 2022
- 1 min
Forget Banana Bread ... Welcome to the 1970s!
Some of us learned how to make banana bread when the lockdown landed. Others binge-watched the Tiger King. To our astonishment, however,...
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atwomey76
- Jul 16, 2021
- 1 min
Returning to Work Webinar: Video
Link to Returning to Work webinar video
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atwomey76
- Jul 13, 2021
- 1 min
Webinar Materials: County Wexford Chamber (13 July 2021)
Jacob and Twomey Solicitors LLP would like to thank those members and friends of County Wexford Chamber who attended the Webinar on...
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Adrian Twomey
- Jul 12, 2021
- 1 min
Returning to Work: Webinar with County Wexford Chamber
Jacob and Twomey Solicitors LLP are partnering with County Wexford Chamber of Commerce to present a webinar on Returning to Work.
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atwomey76
- May 7, 2021
- 3 min
The "Right" to Disconnect: Much Ado About Nothing?
There has been enormous chatter online and in the media about the introduction of the so-called “Right to Disconnect” in Ireland since...
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atwomey76
- Feb 11, 2021
- 3 min
When is Redundancy NOT a Fair Dismissal?
A recent Labour Court decision has once again shone a spotlight on the circumstances in which a redundancy may be unfair.
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atwomey76
- Sep 23, 2020
- 1 min
Virtual Hearings to Commence in Employment Law Cases
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted on almost every aspect of life over the course of this year. One of the consequences was the cessation...
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atwomey76
- May 23, 2020
- 2 min
Can Employees Refuse to Return to Work?
Adrian Twomey Solicitors clarifies when employees may lawfully refuse to return to work after COVID-19 closures.
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atwomey76
- May 21, 2020
- 2 min
COVID-19 PUP to Continue?
Jacob and Twomey Solicitors update on the Irish Government's COVID-19 Pandemic Unemployment (PUP) Scheme.
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atwomey76
- May 21, 2020
- 1 min
Health & Safety Authority has "not looked at" cost of implementing Protocol
The Health and Safety Authority have stated that they have not looked at the cost to employers of implementing the Government's Protocol.
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atwomey76
- May 21, 2020
- 1 min
Workplace Relations Commission to Offer Virtual Hearings
The Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) has announced proposed guidelines and procedures aimed at facilitating virtual hearings.
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atwomey76
- May 13, 2020
- 1 min
No Inspections by Health and Safety Authority
Jacob and Twomey Solicitors, Enniscorthy, comment on reports regarding inspections by the Health and Safety Authority.
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atwomey76
- May 11, 2020
- 1 min
Webinar on COVID-19 & Employment Law
Our Adrian Twomey provides guidance in a webinar on COVID-19 and employment law.
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