Staff Handbook Solicitors

Understanding Staff Handbooks and Your Rights

Whether you're a new employee or a seasoned professional, navigating the ins and outs of a staff handbook can often be a daunting task. It's not uncommon for employees to have questions or concerns about its contents. If this sounds familiar, don't worry, you're not alone! At Aticus Law, we're here to make the complicated less so, providing clear advice on your staff handbook and whether any breaches of contract may have occurred.

While there's no legal requirement for employers to provide a staff handbook, many do so as an addendum to employment contracts, offering detailed information on the terms and conditions of employment.

A staff handbook can include:

• Grievance and disciplinary procedures, in line with the Acas code of practice.
• Maternity and paternity rights.
• Holiday entitlements and sickness benefits.
• Information on the company's values and ethos.
• Health and safety practices.
• Anti-discrimination, bullying, and harassment policies.
• Flexible working policies.
• Equal opportunity policies.
• Whistleblowing policies.

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Is Your Staff Handbook Contractual or Non-Contractual?

It's important to note that a staff handbook can be either contractual or non-contractual. If the policies or procedures in the handbook are part of your employment contract, your employer must adhere to them. If they fail to do so, it could give rise to a breach of contract claim.

How Can We Help?

As an employee, your staff handbook can significantly affect your legal position. For example, if you're in a dispute with your employer, a review of your staff handbook might be necessary. If there's an indication that any contractual terms have been violated, you may have a case for legal action.

We're proud to be specialist employment solicitors, representing employees across England and Wales. If you have any suspicions or concerns about your employer's practices, we invite you to reach out to us. We're here to hear your story and to provide clear, easy-to-understand legal advice.

Staff handbooks can often feel like a maze of information, but we're here to be your guide, clarifying any confusion and making sure you're aware of your rights. So, whether you're flipping through a staff handbook for the first time or revisiting its pages amidst a dispute, remember that you're not alone. At Aticus Law, we're ready to stand with you, helping to ensure you understand your rights and that they're respected. After all, fair treatment isn't just a value we uphold in our legal practice; it's something we believe every employee deserves. Let's explore your rights together, one page at a time. Contact our Employment Law Solicitors today.

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