discrimination and the law

sodexho

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Undervalued

Yes some do (providing they agree she has a good enough case).

However, be VERY VERY careful you fully understand the agreement with the solicitor before signing. It is possible in some circumstances to win (or accept a settlement) but end up out of pocket due to fees!

ohreally

You can't presume to have fees reimbursed if you win although I believe a recent appeal ruling has indicated they should be (not a guarantee).

Sncjw

Has she wrote a letter to employer to raise grievance first. Has she had a reply. If national chain she could then write to top dog then if no luck take to court, last thing you want to do is court but if needs be then you need to.

Can I ask what discrimination she faced,

Takeaway_Addict

ohreally wrote: »

You can't presume to have fees reimbursed if you win although I believe a recent appeal ruling has indicated they should be (not a guarantee).

If this is ever the case then if you lose should the employer not be more entitled to claim costs back as well? Fair's fair right

Nicki

Does she have legal expenses cover via a contents insurance policy a car insurance policy or via her bank account or credit card? All of these sometimes have this as a standard item which people don't know about until they need it. Worth checking out.

Southend1

Sorry to hear about your situation OP. I have nothing to add that will help your daughter, but just wanted to point out for others reading that it is essential to join an appropriate union. If OP's daughter was a union member she would have access to free legal advice, support and representation. Some unions also ensure members don't have to pay their own tribunal fees, should it come to that. So please, if you're reading this and are employed and not already in a union, join tomorrow. Especially if you are a young worker who is more likely to be discriminated against or involved in an accident at work.

tomtontom

Southend1 wrote: »

Sorry to hear about your situation OP. I have nothing to add that will help your daughter, but just wanted to point out for others reading that it is essential to join an appropriate union. If OP's daughter was a union member she would have access to free legal advice, support and representation. Some unions also ensure members don't have to pay their own tribunal fees, should it come to that. So please, if you're reading this and are employed and not already in a union, join tomorrow. Especially if you are a young worker who is more likely to be discriminated against or involved in an accident at work.

In theory, you are right. In reality, too many union members are refused assistance beyond workplace representation even where they have a strong case. Do your research before joining any union.

Bantex_2

On what grounds had she been discriminated against.

Southend1

tomtontom wrote: »

In theory, you are right. In reality, too many union members are refused assistance beyond workplace representation even where they have a strong case. Do your research before joining any union.

Interesting comment. I haven't come across this in my own union. In fact I have seen cases referred to solicitors that I personally thought had little chance of success. I can't think of a good reason why a strong case wouldn't be assisted other than perhaps incompetence or laziness, which may happen in a minority of cases but I expect this is a very small minority.

I agree that it's best to do some research before joining. A good place to start is http://www.worksmart.org.uk/unionfinder/.

BillJones

Southend1 wrote: »

Sorry to hear about your situation OP. I have nothing to add that will help your daughter, but just wanted to point out for others reading that it is essential to join an appropriate union.

And for others reading this, remember, it is in Unions' interest to sing their praises, they want your money, and can use it to give the union leader a lovely big wage, a nice house, etc.

This does not mean that they are telling you the truth, any more than any organisation touting for business is.

Personally I'd tend to recommend thinking twice, then thinking again, to an organisation that may well be more about political campaigning than about protecting your rights.