Unfair dismissal means having your employment contract terminated without valid reasons being provided. This can happen when an employer does not provide valid reasons for termination. This is known as unfair termination according to the Employment Act Section 45(2).

Constructive dismissal – also known as constructive unfair dismissal – occurs when your employer has treated you so badly that you’ve no choice but to resign. This can happen for contractual reasons, such as when you’ve not been paid, but it can also happen because you’ve been subjected to discrimination, victimisation, or harassment in the workplace or if the trust and confidence in the employment relationship has fundamentally broken down.

If you believe that your position at work has become untenable, it’s often a good idea to talk to an experienced lawyer to find out if you may be able to resign and then bring a constructive dismissal claim.

Alternatively, if you’ve already been forced out of your job, or unfairly dismissed in some other way, we’re always happy to guide and advise you.

Being made redundant isn’t the same thing as being sacked. It isn’t a result of anything you’ve done wrong. It should only happen when your role is ceasing to exist.

There are a number of rights you should be made aware of if you’re facing an impending redundancy, and the onus is on your employer to make sure you are treated fairly and receive everything you are due.

This ranges from exploring the option of alternative employment where possible, to making sure you receive the full financial package that your years of service have earned you.

It’s also important to understand that if you’re facing redundancy, you may be able to challenge the fact that you’ve been selected, if you believe this has happened due to discrimination rather than for some fair and objective reason.

If you’ve been notified that you’re about to be made redundant, speak to one of our experienced lawyers today. We can make sure you understand your rights, as well as help to make sure you receive fair treatment and the financial package you’re entitled to.