Curwens Solicitors

Frequent questions

I was made redundant allegedly due to the downturn in business. However, orders are not down and I suspect I am being made redundant due to my age. Other younger staff are still being employed. Can you help me ? Yes, on the face of it there is a potential claim…more>

I am a disabled person can I ask for any adjustments to be made to assist me in my employment by my employer ? Yes, under the Disability Discrimination Act, your employer has a duty to make 'reasonable adjustments' …more>

I am an employee on maternity leave. I am due to come back to work soon but want to work on a part time basis. Is there a particular way I need to approach this with my employer ? In order to make an application for flexible working you must follow a formal process under the Flexible Working Regulations…more>

I have been provided with a final written warning in relation to my performance and my employer says if I do not improve then he will have to dismiss me. However, I am pregnant. Is he allowed to do that ?Unless you have reason to believe that your performance is in related to your pregnancy, yes, he is. ..more>

What people say

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Workplace Discrimination

Workplace Discrimination

Discrimination occurs in the workplace where you are treated less favourably than another on one of the prohibited grounds for example, on the basis of your sex. Discrimination is unlawful on the grounds of:

  • Sex 
  • Age 
  • Race
  • Disability
  • Sexual Orientation 
  • Religious Belief 

We understand that discrimination can be more subtle and on occasion there is not even an intention to discriminate, but discrimination takes place nonetheless.

We can also advise you of your right to not be subjected to any victimisation as a result of raising concerns that you have been discriminated against.

Discrimination law is complex and if you believe that you are being treated less favourably then you should seek advice urgently. You should not delay because any claim for discrimination must be brought within 3 months, less one day, of the last act.

If you believe that you have been treated less favourably on a prohibited ground, we can assist you in drafting a grievance letter to your employer in order to attempt to address the issue internally, without the need to progress a potential dispute to the Employment Tribunal. Alternatively, if an internal resolution looks unlikely, we can advise you on the merits of bringing a claim in the Employment Tribunal.

We have an experienced team of seven qualified Solicitors specialising in and dedicated to issues involving employment law in addition to three Trainees/Paralegals. We pride ourselves on the quality of advice we give. We are frequently praised by clients for our extensive knowledge of this often complex and developing area of law and also our ability to advise in a clear and concise manner whilst offering pragmatic and tactical solutions.

Call us now to speak to one of our expert advisors or Request a Call Back using the form at the top of this page.

Meet the Team.

Our Employment Team will always give you straightforward advice to resolve your issues. For more information about their expertise and experience in this area, simply follow the link below.


  • David Johnson

  • Teresa Harrison

  • Rebecca Doctors

  • Deborah Hogan

  • Kaajal Nathwani

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