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Articles from our blog relating to disability.
On one afternoon recently, we had 2 calls from people who wanted to discuss “the accident that I had recently”. Both put the phone down when our receptionist asked them if they realised that they were calling a firm of solicitors. Nobody likes getting a cold call. The cold callers hoped to take something off …
Mental health continues to be misunderstood and stigmatised. We aim here to correct some misconceptions by busting myths about mental health and employment. Myth – A disabled person is someone in a wheelchair. Fact – The definition of disability in The Equality Act 2010 covers physical and mental impairments. This of course includes people in …
Mental Health is one of the major health challenges in Scotland and in the workplace. There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about mental health. According to findings by the Scottish Government, it is estimated that 1 in 3 people are affected by a mental health problem each year. The Scottish Government has promised …
An introduction For most employers setting up a new business and taking on their first employee is a daunting prospect. It requires a great deal of thought and organisation and every employer must ensure they are keeping within the legal framework. Taking on any employee is an investment in your business and of your time …
What was the case about? In Charlesworth v Dransfields Engineering Services Ltd UKEAT/0197/16/JOJ, the employment appeal tribunal considered whether making an employee redundant following long term illness due to cancer amounted to disability discrimination. The legal background A definition of discrimination can be found in the Equality Act 2010. In general terms an employer cannot treat …
What was the case about? In The Government Legal Service v Brookes UKEAT/0302/16 the employment appeal tribunal considered whether a job applicant with Asperger’s syndrome suffered disability discrimination by virtue of having to undergo a multiple choice test. What does the Equality Act 2010 say about discrimination? Indirect discrimination is defined in section 19 of …
Businesses which provide easy physical access to their premises can help the confidence of customers and clients who have a physical or sensory impairment. Easy access will also help some older people and people with caring responsibilities. Of course, not all businesses are located at ground level and that can cause access problems. At Grigor & Young, …
What Are My Rights At Work? In Scotland and across the UK there are many laws in place for the protection of employees. You need to know what your rights are so you can make sure you receive fair treatment from your employer. You also need to know what you can do if your employer …
