Employment Litigation

A multitude of employment litigation issues can arise when an employment contract or a consultancy agreement comes to an end, be it an employer looking to protect their business by threatening or taking action against an employee, or an employee looking to defend himself or herself against the actions of their former employee.

What Falls Under Employment Litigation?

Employment litigation can cover both disputes that are brought to a legal team either during or after employment.

These disputes can involve a huge range of issues, these can span from breaches of contract, wrongful dismissal, discrimination claims, whistleblowing allegations, or disagreements over restrictive covenants in employment contracts.

For employers, the key is protecting business interests, maintaining a strong reputation, and ensuring the enforceability of employment agreements.

For employees on the other hand, litigation may be necessary to uphold statutory rights or challenge unfair or unlawful treatment.

At BBS Law, our employment litigation solicitors have experience handling cases across all levels of business.

If the matter cannot be resolved internally or informally, our litigation team is well equipped to represent you through tribunal or court proceedings.

What BBS Law Can Do For You

We have significant experience in advising both employers and employees in disputes arising out of employment contracts and consultancy agreements.

We have a particular expertise in advising in relation to restrictive covenants in employment contracts, particularly where it relates to an employee seeking to work for a competitor. We advise both employers and employees in relation to types of restrictive covenants, enforcing covenants, dealing with confidentiality issues and restraint of trade and generally in protecting business interests.

We have acted numerous times in bringing and defending injunction application brought against former employees, so rest assured you can count on us for employment litigation services.

Restrictive Covenants: What to Know

The first thing to think about is what restrictive covenants for employment actually are. Essentially, they are terms contained in contracts of employment which are designed to protect a business from steps taken by an employee after termination of his/her employment.

Secondary to this, you may want to know if they’re legally binding, any contractual term restricting an employee’s activities after termination is void for being in restraint of trade and contrary to public policy, unless the employer can show that it has a legitimate business interest and that the restriction is no more than reasonable to protect that interest.

How Enforceable Are Restrictive Covenants?

An employer cannot impose a covenant simply because it does not want an ex-employee to compete with it.

However, it can seek to prevent the individual from using or damaging something that legitimately belongs to it. You can talk to us more about your contracts of employment and what you need to know in terms of employment litigation so you can better understand your situation.

When You May Need an Employment Litigation Solicitor

There are several situations where seeking help from experienced employment litigation solicitors is not just advisable but essential.

If you are facing allegations of the aforementioned, such as breaching restrictive covenants employment terms or joining a competitor, early legal advice is critical.

For employers, if you have discovered that a former employee has violated post-termination obligations, protecting your business should be the job at the top of your agenda.

Other common reasons to instruct an employment litigation solicitor include disputes over bonuses, settlement agreements, disciplinary hearings, or employment contract breaches.

Even where litigation hasn’t already begun, early legal support can help you understand the issues at hand or jargon and prevent escalation.

Our team at BBS Law advises both employers and employees with nothing but clarity, ensuring you’re prepared and protected at every stage.

Employment Dispute Resolution Before Litigation

Most people are consistently looking toward a more peaceful resolution, this means that avoiding litigation as the first resort is the ultimate aim.

So what is the other option?

Before issuing a claim, we explore alternative dispute resolution methods that might include methods such as negotiation, mediation, or conciliation via ACAS.

However, effective pre-litigation strategy still requires a strong legal backing, particularly where complicated issues like restrictive covenants in employment contracts or allegations of discrimination are involved.

Our employment litigation solicitors are skilled in preparing settlement discussions that are legally sound and commercially sensible. Should negotiations fail, we will already have laid the groundwork for a strong litigation case, ensuring you are ready to proceed with confidence if formal legal action becomes necessary.

Why Choose Us as your Employment Litigation Solicitor Team

At BBS Law, we understand that employment disputes, particularly those involving litigation, can have a lasting impact on your career or your business.

That is why our team is equipped to guide you through every step of the process.

Our employment litigation solicitors bring decades of experience to the table, acting for clients in high-stakes tribunal and High Court cases across the UK.  Simply get in touch with us today to find out how we can help you get through your case, today.