Employment Tribunal Guidance Scotland

Summary

Constructive dismissal involves resigning due to employers conduct. Disability discrimination requires evidence of unfair treatment. Trustees must ensure safety and proper fund management. Gather correspondence, medical records, and witness statements for tribunal preparation. Consult local legal experts for detailed advice.

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I am looking for some legal info to help with an upcoming employment tribunal in Scotland and have a few questions
Hi ****! Employment tribunals in Scotland deal with issues like unfair dismissal, discrimination, and redundancy. Could you tell me more about the specific issue you are facing in your tribunal?
There are a few issues including constructive dismissal, disability discrimination, trustees neglecting their duties to provide funds to allow the organisation to run safely and trustees failing to prepare for and act on low and unsafe staffing numbers.
Hi ****! Here's some general information that might help with your employment tribunal in Scotland:
- Constructive dismissal occurs when an employee resigns due to their employer's conduct.
- Disability discrimination involves unfair treatment due to disability.
- Trustees have a duty to act in the organization's best interest and ensure safety.
Would you like more detailed information on any of these issues?
Yes please.
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It seems like you're dealing with multiple complex issues. Here's some more detailed information:
- Constructive Dismissal: You must prove that your employer's actions were severe enough to justify your resignation.
- Disability Discrimination: You may need evidence of unfair treatment related to your disability.
- Trustees' Duties: Trustees must ensure the organization operates safely and funds are appropriately managed.
Would you like more information on how to gather evidence or prepare for your tribunal?
yes.
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Your situation involves multiple legal issues that can significantly impact your case. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
To proceed, could you provide more information about the evidence you currently have or plan to gather for your tribunal?
The trustees denied knowledge of the effects of the employees health conditions, asked her to work when the employee was off sick with stress, did not give reasonable time for the employee to give an adequate handover, pressured the employee to return to the premises to clear out their room whilst off sick with stress and threatened with tresspass and reporting her to the police if she did not leave the premises in a short time.
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Your case seems potentially strong with the issues of constructive dismissal and disability discrimination. The actions and pressure from trustees could significantly impact your tribunal.
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case? If you agree, please provide your phone number, name, and zipcode. Could you also specify the evidence you have related to these claims?
i would like advice and information first as I am not the claimant.
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It sounds like a complex situation involving serious allegations that could potentially have a strong impact on the tribunal. Although you're not the claimant, here are some general tips for preparing evidence:
- Gather all correspondence related to the issues (emails, letters, etc.).
- Document any incidents or conversations that occurred.
- Collect medical records or reports if applicable.
- Seek witness statements from colleagues or others aware of the situation.
If you have further questions or need more detailed advice, feel free to ask!