Tag: gross misconduct
Tribunal Sides With Claimant Who Was Dismissed Without Notice: Key Lessons For Employers
When an employee commits an act of gross misconduct, they may be dismissed without notice. However, as the case of Mr R Yeates v...
Ezra Mam and Conduct Outside of Work: Lessons for UK Employers
Rugby league star Ezra Mam recently found himself at the centre of controversy for his conduct outside of work. After crashing his car and...
Male Teacher at All-Girls High School Awarded £45,000 After Being Sacked for Sexual Assault Claims That Were Made “For Fun”
A male teacher from Devonport High School for Girls was awarded around £45,000 by an employment tribunal in a case where he was accused...
Tanker Driver Sues Hoyer for Unfair Dismissal; Loses Case
In a recent case brought to an Employment Tribunal, a tanker driver claimed that he was unfairly dismissed. The reason given by him was...