People who have been discriminated against for any one of a number of issues in the workplace will attest to just how hurtful and damaging the experience can be. Every company has a duty of care to its employees, and that includes protecting them against discrimination on the grounds of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or age. Put in its simplest terms, if your business doesn’t have policies in place that provide such protection, you’re walking on a very precarious tightrope.
And for the individual concerned, the upset that ensues from discrimination, whether it’s intended or accidental, can be overwhelming. Issues that can arise from such practices include being passed over for promotions, workplace bullying, lack of adequate protection, failure to provide a safe working environment, unfair salary structures, lack of respect for an individual’s need to worship and so much more. It’s also worth noting that discrimination can come in many forms, such as verbal, psychological and physical. In some instances, it can be down to a lack of education rather than a wilful action. This isn’t an adequate legal defence, however.
Here at MML Law, we have an in-depth knowledge of current legislation in regard to workplace discrimination, and we keep a close eye on the possibility of changes in the laws in the future. We’ve represented a wide range of companies operating in a number of industry sectors, as well as a great many individuals who have been the victim in such cases. Our experience and insight serve to place us in the perfect position to help employers and employees to achieve their best possible outcomes.
If your company is introducing new procedures to protect employees, or perhaps is looking to update existing procedures that are no longer relevant, you need to make sure you have the ideal legal specialists in your corner from the very beginning. In many cases, our invaluable help can result in the achievement of amicable solutions without the need for expensive court proceedings, so make sure the first call you make is to our high quality legal team.
And if you’re an employee who has been treated unfairly at work, you need to engage the services of professional employment law specialists. The Equality Act 2010 is there to protect you at all times, and if you’ve suffered in the workplace because of your age, race, religion, gender or anything else, we’d like to hear from you. Discrimination in the workplace of any kind is not acceptable, so make sure you seek out our help and guidance. We will fight tirelessly on your behalf to make sure you get the justice you deserve.
This is one of those issues that are not particularly easy to talk about at first, but our open, honest approach will soon put you at ease. We’ll talk you through everything that has happened to you, all at your own pace, before advising you on the best course of action to take. This can be a sensitive issue, but it’s also one we will have dealt with many times in the past.
To make that all-important first step, all you need to do is call MML Law on 01382 206 000 today. We hope to be hearing from you very soon.
