€25,000 Settlement for Penalised Employee

WorkplaceDisputes.ie successfully negotiated a settlement of €25,000 for an accounts assistant who suffered severe penalisation after raising a legitimate concern about workplace wrongdoing. 

The Issue

The employee, an experienced accounts assistant, identified that a senior manager was submitting personal expenses through the company accounts. Concerned about the impropriety, the employee reported the issue internally. However, rather than investigating the matter, the company failed to act and allowed the senior manager to retaliate.

The manager engaged in a sustained pattern of negative treatment, including:

• Reassigning the employee's work to others, undermining their role.
• Questioning their professional competence and providing poor appraisals.
• Spreading damaging rumours among colleagues.

The toxic work environment took a toll on the employee's well-being. Seeking initial legal advice, they were discouraged from pursuing the matter, with a solicitor advising them to simply change jobs.

WorkplaceDisputes.ie Steps In

Determined not to let this injustice go unaddressed, the employee approached WorkplaceDisputes.ie. With our expertise in employment law and workplace disputes, we crafted a strategy to hold the company accountable.

How We Assisted:

1. Employment Law Review
   We conducted a thorough review of the situation, identifying the breaches of employment law and the employee's rights under whistleblower protection laws.
2. Documentary Evidence Case Building
   We guided the employee in creating detailed documentary evidence to substantiate their claims, ensuring that their case was robust and well-structured.
3. WRC Submission
   We prepared and submitted a comprehensive complaint to the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC), presenting a detailed argument highlighting the company's failure to protect the employee and the retaliatory actions taken against them.
4. Active Negotiation
   During negotiations with the company, we advocated strongly on the employee's behalf, leveraging the strength of the evidence to secure a swift and fair resolution.
5. Emotional Support
   Throughout the process, we provided ongoing emotional support to the employee, helping them navigate a challenging time with confidence.

The Outcome

Through our structured approach and dedicated representation, we negotiated a settlement of €23,500 for the employee. This outcome provided them with financial recognition of the wrongdoing they suffered and allowed all parties to move forward.

Empowering Employees

This case highlights the importance of standing up against workplace injustice and the value of expert support. At Workplace Disputes.ie, we're committed to ensuring employees have a voice and the resources to defend their rights.

If you're facing challenges in your workplace, contact WorkplaceDisputes.ie for confidential advice and support. We're here to help you achieve a fair outcome.