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« on: July 16, 2007, 11:56:51 AM » |
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I have a meeting with my MD at which time we will be discussing "My future" in the company.
As you all know I injured my back, lifting a box at work at the request of our Health and Safety guy, who knew of my previous episodes of back trouble.
To cut a long storey short the Disability Discrimination act Applies (He may not know this yet - I have had my law books out)
The injury occurred at work and at the request of a colleague (Not my boss but there is vicarious liability)
Should I tape the conversation tomorrow as well as taking plenty of notes. Terchnically taped evidence is not submitable unless the other party is warned that the conversation is to be taped. I really dont want to tip him off and I dont want to make matters too easy for him.
If they sack me they are stuffed legally and I have insurance to assist in legal fees if they are required. I will take them to the cleaners
If they make me part time (They can do this under the DDA 1995 (As amended) I will still take action.
The key question is do I come clean about the tape? I am tempted not to as if he lies about the content of the conversation it knocks his credibility massively.
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slaughteredlamb
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« Reply #2 on: July 16, 2007, 01:52:11 PM » |
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Normally in such meetings you are allowed to bring along your own representative. Sometimes this is someone from HR, sometimes another colleague but I think it could be anyone that you nominate. By having someone else there you have a witness so if one or both of you takes copius notes than not only should you have a written record of what takes place but also two peoples memories of it to corroborate each other if the need should arise. Using hidden tape recordings is potentially a dangerous thing to do as you wouldn't be able to submit it as evidence and it won't stop someone from doing something they shouldnt. By having someone else there it hopefully will make a dodgy employer think twice about it.
Good luck with it BTW, hope you get the outcome you want - you have my sympathies!
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Mantis
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« Reply #3 on: July 16, 2007, 02:01:21 PM » |
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If it were disciplinary you are entitled to have a representative but there is no requirement legally for redundancy or alteration of your contract. As it is not a legal requirement our company does not suggest it. If they are doing it to the letter of the Disability Discrimination Act they have to consult before doing anything if personnel are there and they are going to let me go our HR people will have bodged big style and I will have big pound signs in my eyes  |
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« Reply #4 on: July 16, 2007, 11:08:35 PM » |
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I'd just tape it and keep schtum, use it to refer to as if you are recalling it from memory, and it should help your case - if he denies anything then you have the knowledge of the conversation leading up to and after the denial - not your fault you have a digital memory is it?
Good luck matey
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"Far less of a c*** than you used to be" - Mrs Y
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Mantis
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« Reply #5 on: July 17, 2007, 01:59:34 PM » |
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Just got back. It is good to work for such a good company, I had no need to quote acts or even to threaten litigation. They are claiming on their insurance to cover my income. The company is also considering if it is better I work part time or not at all until the condition clears. The Orthapedic Surgeon said that could be 2 years ! One relieved employee here |
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Jeewhizz
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« Reply #6 on: July 17, 2007, 02:03:09 PM » |
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Congrats!
Beers on you then!
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Chris H
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« Reply #7 on: July 17, 2007, 02:07:12 PM » |
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Excellent news! They are claiming on their insurance to cover my income.
Don't be surprised to find people following you when you interrupt your gardening to pop out for a round of golf. |
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Mantis
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« Reply #8 on: July 17, 2007, 02:13:12 PM » |
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I expect that, I work for an insurance company  |
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Mr Anderson
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« Reply #9 on: July 17, 2007, 02:31:42 PM » |
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Nice one |
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Jeewhizz
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« Reply #10 on: July 17, 2007, 02:43:35 PM » |
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Not the same, but don't do what this guy did  |
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yawner
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« Reply #11 on: July 17, 2007, 05:31:37 PM » |
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One relieved employee here Shame on you for thinking the worst of people! Reassuring to hear that there a still some good guys around. |
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Mantis
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« Reply #12 on: July 17, 2007, 07:14:12 PM » |
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One relieved employee here Shame on you for thinking the worst of people! Reassuring to hear that there a still some good guys around. I suspect it is because they are well and truely in the soup if they do not look after me. But you are right Mr teh Yawner I should have given them the benefit of the doubt. I quickly sensed the direction the meeting was going in and kept my powder dry. I am saving it up in case it does not happen  |
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slaughteredlamb
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« Reply #13 on: July 17, 2007, 08:38:03 PM » |
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Excellent news, that's brilliant!! Really glad that it's all worked out for you.
Don't think I'm going to be as lucky with my upcoming 'review' of my home working application.
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« Reply #14 on: July 17, 2007, 09:25:34 PM » |
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One relieved employee here Shame on you for thinking the worst of people! Reassuring to hear that there a still some good guys around. I expect that, I work for an insurance company You can forgive him for doubting. |
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