Legal News (Employment Law)

As we approach the end of another pandemic year, which has had more than its share of ups and downs, it’s timely to express our deep appreciation of your loyal support that has given great stability to us during another uncertain year. 

Since the beginning of the pandemic, we have seen a substantial rise in employees experiencing burnout across various sectors. Which is no surprise where 60% of Irish employees are feeling more stressed since the onset of the pandemic.

There is no specific legislation in Ireland addressing the rights of an employee transitioning. However, trans employees are protected in the workplace.

The European Commission 2019 Report on Equality between Women and Men in the EU concluded, “the reality is that even in the EU, where unequivocal gender equality is secured by law, equality between women and men is still not a tangible reality for too many".

While Covid and housing may currently dominate the news headlines, one topic that is sure to come to the forefront again soon is the issue of the pension age gap.

Non-disclosure agreements (“NDA”) have been heavily scrutinised in recent years, particularly since the #MeToo movement, and since stories have emerged of victims of workplace harassment and discrimination being prevented from speaking publicly.