First things first.
I know that suspension from your workplace, especially if you have been caught off guard and have no idea why it has happened, can be stressful and urgent. If you are in this situation, I will aim to take your call straight away wherever possible, or call you back or answer your email on the same day.
I prefer not to make you wait for an appointment when I can give you an immediate initial steer in the right direction. It’s all part of meeting your needs promptly if you think you have been suspended without good reason.
Give me a call now if you’re ready. Or read on for some more guidance.
Call me today on 07450 350715
I believe in providing prompt, practical guidance, all the more so in suspension situations when an early steer can make all the difference.
What's It All About?
It’s supposed to be about cooling down heated situations. Or preserving evidence. Or protecting the vulnerable. Not about removing employees – especially not responsible managers and executives – from the workplace on a whim, ahead of an investigation that may have no sense of urgency behind it.
But I'm Told It's A Neutral Act. Isn't that the case?
The "neutral act" doctrine, often relied upon by HR officers, has been largely discredited. Have you been told who made the decision to suspend you without hearing your side of the story? Have you even been asked for your side of the story? Was it explained why there were no alternatives to suspension? Or why the investigation could not go ahead without it?
That's Interesting. What Can I Do?
Sometimes it might be sensible just to let the process run. If you know you have done something you should not have done, saying sorry and doing so quickly might bring you the benefit of the doubt. But if that’s not the case, and you fear that closed minds and hidden agendas might be in play at your expense, you may very sensibly want to stand up and fight the process now.
I Don't Think I Can Stay Here Any Longer
An understandable reaction. Maybe there’s scope to negotiate severance terms? Hold a protected conversation? I can help with this too. Look at my Settlement Agreements page. If that is where everything is likely to be heading, I can help advise you on the right steps to take.
I'm The Employer And I'm Thinking About Suspending Someone. Can You Help Me Too?
I certainly can. The principles work both ways. Good advice now can help you avoid the potential traps.
Contact your specialist now
Email me at Wolverhampton Employment Law or call me on 07450 350715
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