Employment law cases, past to present, affect today's workers from the moment they apply until the time they leave their jobs.
The following article explains the various aspects of employment law which are affected by these types of cases.
The Recruitment Process The decisions made in work related legal cases have affected and shaped the process of recruitment in many ways.
These cases have helped to determine which questions can and can't be asked during an interview, who can, should, and must receive the opportunity to attend an interview and who can be refused an interview.
Employers who test candidates for jobs must also follow the decisions of previous cases when handling those test results.
Employee / Employer Rights Employment law cases have helped determine employee/employer rights in the decision of who to employ.
Those who file grievances after not being employed are following precedent set by previous cases.
Employers who document reasons for and against hiring certain candidates are following the precedent of similar employment law cases.
Workplace Behaviour The influence of legal cases on the day-to-day experiences of workers and employers is clear.
Employment law cases determine what is and is not appropriate workplace behaviour.
Discrimination whether because of colour, sexuality, age, gender, religion and any other sort of reasoning for singling an employee out, is not acceptable in the workplace.
  In addition, bullying or being deliberately unfair to an employee is also not allowed.
  Workers who aren't offered overtime, or are forced to work overtime, don't earn the same amount as their colleagues, or who don't get the same benefits may have a claim for discrimination, or bullying.
Promotion and Pay Employment cases determine guidelines for fair practices regarding promotions and raises.
A worker's pay is also influenced by employment law; in terms of what deductions are and are not acceptable.
Redundancy Guidelines for redundancy, sacking and the consequences for improper termination have all been determined by previous cases.
Many employment law cases relate to discrimination and wrongful termination with issues such as ageism, racism, sexism, and nepotism being the focus for many cases brought before the courts.
While many employees might be hesitant to initiate a case against their employer, the outcome can have a positive effect on many other people.
Likewise, while the first inclination of an employer might be to settle a case, if the employer is in the right, the precedent could benefit other employers.
Truly, employment law cases have a wide-reaching affect on employers and employees.
If you think that you've got a case, why not speak to an Employment Solicitor today?