Facing an employment tribunal can be daunting for an employer, especially when it is your first one. Thus, having a general idea about the process and what to expect can allow you to prepare adequately. Furthermore, what happens at an employment tribunal will, in part, determine whether you win or lose your case. Losing your case may require you to pay your employee a large amount of compensation. This article will explain what you, as an employer, should expect. It will explore what an employment tribunal is, what happens during the hearing and what the results could be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
An employment tribunal is a judicial body that resolves disputes in employment law between employers and employees. It is independent of the government. An employment tribunal will resolve disputes concerning, for example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An employment tribunal is not as formal as a criminal court but is still a court of law and will follow a formal procedure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are many employment tribunal offices in the UK. Generally, your case will take place at the employment tribunal closest to your place of business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You should note the following points regarding your attendance at the employment tribunal hearing: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When you arrive at the employment tribunal, a clerk will take your papers and liaise with you. You will be in a separate waiting room from the other party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n Continue reading this article below the form\n <\/i>\n<\/a>\n