Tolley's Employment Tribunals Handbook

Book excerpt: Tolley's Employment Tribunals Handbook is a comprehensive and practical guide to the rules and procedures surrounding the operation and decision-making processes of employment tribunals. It assists you by explaining what happens at each stage in a claim and providing strategic guidance to help you make the right decisions. Taking a step-by-step approach and providing tactical and practical advice, Tolley's Employment Tribunals Handbook will show you the best route through complex procedures.Covering the latest legislation, this invaluable handbook gives you: Guidance on anticipating problems and how you can prevent a claim reaching tribunal Tactical advice on whether to bring a case, whether to opt for mediation or whether to settle, helping you to make an informed decision whatever the situation Comprehensive coverage of the tribunal structure and rules to ensure you are confident about the processes involved Strategic guidance for preparing a winning case A table of time limits and guidance for predicting likely awards - giving you the information you need to assess the risks Key forms and a fictional case study including sample documents offering guidance on how to present your