All business owners, directors and managers know about the importance of getting the most from their assets, including of course the people who work for them. Companies in all sectors of industry can achieve more success and stronger revenue streams if their employees are happy and productive, but of course issues can arise from time to time, even in the most harmonious of workplaces.
When problems do occur, they can be dealt with more effectively if workable disciplinary and grievance procedures are already in place. Employers have a legal obligation to comply with current legislation, of course, but for some members of senior management there’s a cloud of uncertainty about the relevance of their own particular procedures.
To ensure compliance in the face of all potential issues, your company needs to engage the services of professional employment lawyers. Here at MML Law, we can advise you from the very start, guiding you through the process of creating and maintaining effective and accurate disciplinary and grievance documentation. If your management team is then able to follow the framework that’s created, potential mountains can easily become little more than molehills.
We can take care of all aspects of the procedures, covering the likes of official warnings, suspensions, dismissals, redundancies, unacceptable conduct, how best to handle employee grievances and more. MML Law will help to establish transparent systems that comply with current legislation and will advise on future changes in the law. We can also assist in making sure your procedures are in line with the ACAS Code of Practice.
In a number of cases, we’ve dealt with companies that have had procedures in place for many years, but have failed to update various sections in accordance with changes in legislation. We know from first-hand experience that many employers have mistakenly believed their paperwork was fully up to date, and we’ve been more than happy to guide them through the process of bringing documentation into line once again.
The business world is extremely hectic at the moment, irrespective of the company’s size, location or industry sector. Taking time out to ensure you remain compliant with employment law isn’t always convenient, but our experienced specialists can do all the legwork while you focus on running the company. It’s worth remembering that in cases that end up going to an employment tribunal, those organisations that haven’t adhered to the right procedures will often be seen in a less than favourable light. Can your business afford to pay hefty sums of compensation purely because you had avoidable disciplinary and grievance issues?
It’s not always easy to approach a law firm with a view to establishing or changing your procedures, but it’s something that surely has to be done. Here at MML Law, we know how busy you are, and that’s why we provide all the legal services in a smooth, helpful and stress-free manner. To find out more about how we can assist you, all it takes is a phone call to 01382 206 000. We hope you’ll be calling soon.
