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1977
The fairness of a dismissal is assessed on what your employer knew at the time it was made, not on information that came to light afterwards.
1974
An employer can correct the label it gives your dismissal, but only if the real facts behind it were already known at the time. A reason that surfaces for the first time at tribunal is a different matter.
1973
A fair capability dismissal turns on whether you were clearly warned your job was at risk before the decision was made, not on whether the performance concerns were genuine.
1972
Unfair dismissal compensation covers financial losses only, not distress or hurt feelings, but those losses can be substantial.
1968
Being called a contractor in your paperwork does not settle the question. What decides your employment status is who carries the financial risk and control in practice.
1927
Genuine settlement talks with your employer are protected, so you can speak honestly without it being held against you if the talks fail.
