Are you being bullied or harassed at work?

A mum of two has won a sex discrimination case after her boss accused her of 'skiving' off while she was looking after her young children. Harriet Gardner looks at the case which highlights how parents can experience discrimination on the basis of sex, related to their caring responsibilities.

Disability Awareness - Do you need guidance?

Wake Smith’s Employment Law team, looks at some frequently asked questions to provide you with guidance on disability awareness.

What can constitute direct sex discrimination?

A recent employment tribunal held that not providing adequate toilet facilities for both men and women was direct discrimination. Nazia Kausar, Solicitor in the employment team at Wake Smith looks at the case.

What is the correct test to apply when determining if a Claimant has suffered a detriment when making a victimisation claim?

The Shamoon test says the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) in Warburton v The Chief Constable of Northamptonshire Police