Defamation at work

Defamation at work refers to false statements made by an employer or employee that harm the reputation of another employee or the employer itself. Defamation at work can take many forms, including spreading false rumors about a coworker, making defamatory statements in the workplace, or providing false information in an employment reference. Under defamation law,…

Public Defamation

Public defamation is a type of defamation that occurs when false and harmful statements are made about a person or organization to a wide audience, such as in a public speech, on social media, or in a newspaper. Public defamation can have a significant impact on the reputation of the individual or organization in question,…

Slander and Libel

Slander and libel are two types of defamation recognized in defamation law. Defamation is a false statement that harms the reputation of an individual or organization. Slander is a type of defamation that involves the spoken word. It refers to the making of false or damaging statements about a person to others, which harms their…

Equality

Equality in employment law refers to the principle that all employees should be treated fairly and without discrimination based on their personal characteristics, such as race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. In most countries, there are laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in the workplace and promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. Employers are…

Bullying and stress

Bullying and stress in employment law refer to the situations where an employee is subjected to behavior that causes them to feel intimidated, harassed, or stressed in the workplace. Both bullying and stress can have serious negative effects on an employee’s mental and physical health, as well as their productivity and overall well-being. In many…

Redundancy

Redundancy in employment law refers to the situation where an employer terminates an employee’s contract of employment because the job is no longer needed, either because the business is closing down or there is no longer enough work for the employee to do. Redundancy is often due to economic or business reasons, such as technological…

Workplace harassment

Workplace harassment refers to unwanted and offensive behavior directed at an employee or group of employees in the workplace. Harassment can take many forms, such as verbal abuse, physical aggression, or intimidation, and may be based on a person’s race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or other personal characteristics. In most countries, workplace harassment is illegal…

Discrimination

Discrimination in employment law refers to the unfair treatment of employees or job applicants based on their personal characteristics, such as race, sex, age, disability, religion, or sexual orientation. Discrimination is generally illegal in most countries and is a violation of human rights. In the workplace, discrimination can take many forms, such as: Refusing to…

Unfair dismissal

Introduction In any employment relationship, the fundamental expectation is that both employers and employees act in good faith and treat each other fairly. However, there are instances when an employer terminates an employee’s contract without just cause, leading to what is known as unfair dismissal. This article explores the concept of unfair dismissal in Ireland…