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
- May 24
- 5 min
Labour Court Overturns WRC Decision on Dismissal of Pregnant Worker
This week we look at a recent Labour Court case regarding the alleged dismissal of a pregnant worker during her maternity leave.
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Adrian Twomey
- Feb 3
- 4 min
WRC Considers Issues of Absence and Disability
We look at a recent WRC case involving issues of absence and disability.
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Adrian Twomey
- Dec 21, 2022
- 3 min
Substantial Award for Art Teacher "Dismissed" Due to Pregnancy
This week we look at a recent WRC case in which an art teacher was found to have been dismissed due to her pregnancy.
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Adrian Twomey
- Dec 2, 2022
- 3 min
Labour Court Provides Clarity on "Light Duties" and "Reasonable Accommodation"
This week we look at a recent Labour Court case in which a paramedic sought "light duties" after being injured.
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Adrian Twomey
- Oct 27, 2022
- 3 min
Time is of the Essence in Employment Cases
This week we look at not one, but two, recent decisions of the Labour Court that hinged on statutory time limits.
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Adrian Twomey
- Oct 13, 2022
- 3 min
Sexual Harassment Case in Café Raises Questions
This week we look at a case involving sexual harassment at a Irish café.
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Adrian Twomey
- Sep 29, 2022
- 3 min
Felines, Facebook, Depression and Discrimination at the WRC
This week we discuss a case involving the consideration of issues around social media, mental health and employment equality.
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Adrian Twomey
- Aug 12, 2022
- 3 min
Employee Awarded €58,000 for Discriminatory Dismissal
Our Adrian Twomey discusses a recent WRC award of €58,000 to an employee who was prevented from returning to work after sick leave.
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Adrian Twomey
- Aug 5, 2022
- 3 min
Minister for Justice Escapes Prison Racism Liability
Review of a Labour Court decision in a case that centred on the issue of racial abuse and harassment in the Irish prison system.
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Adrian Twomey
- Jul 29, 2022
- 4 min
Publisher Escapes Liability in Sexual Harassment Case
Labour Court explains how employers can defend sexual harassment claims.
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