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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.
Elizabeth Murphy
Aug 14, 20234 min read
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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.
Adrian Twomey
Mar 16, 20234 min read
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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.
Adrian Twomey
Mar 2, 20233 min read
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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.
Adrian Twomey
Jan 12, 20233 min read
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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).
Adrian Twomey
Aug 19, 20223 min read
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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.
Adrian Twomey
Jul 11, 20223 min read
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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.
atwomey76
Jun 4, 20222 min read
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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,...
atwomey76
May 7, 20221 min read
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Returning to Work Webinar: Video
Link to Returning to Work webinar video
atwomey76
Jul 16, 20211 min read
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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...
atwomey76
Jul 13, 20211 min read
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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.
Adrian Twomey
Jul 12, 20211 min read
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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...
atwomey76
May 7, 20213 min read
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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.
atwomey76
Feb 11, 20213 min read
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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...
atwomey76
Sep 23, 20201 min read
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Can Employees Refuse to Return to Work?
Adrian Twomey Solicitors clarifies when employees may lawfully refuse to return to work after COVID-19 closures.
atwomey76
May 23, 20202 min read
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COVID-19 PUP to Continue?
Jacob and Twomey Solicitors update on the Irish Government's COVID-19 Pandemic Unemployment (PUP) Scheme.
atwomey76
May 21, 20202 min read
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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.
atwomey76
May 21, 20201 min read
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Workplace Relations Commission to Offer Virtual Hearings
The Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) has announced proposed guidelines and procedures aimed at facilitating virtual hearings.
atwomey76
May 21, 20201 min read
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No Inspections by Health and Safety Authority
Jacob and Twomey Solicitors, Enniscorthy, comment on reports regarding inspections by the Health and Safety Authority.
atwomey76
May 13, 20201 min read
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Webinar on COVID-19 & Employment Law
Our Adrian Twomey provides guidance in a webinar on COVID-19 and employment law.
atwomey76
May 11, 20201 min read
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