Everyone deserves to be treated fairly at work. If you've experienced discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic, we’re here to help you take action.
Discrimination at work is unlawful under the Equality Act 2010. If you've been treated unfairly due to a protected characteristic - such as race, gender, age, disability, religion, or sexual orientation - you may be entitled to compensation and other remedies.
Workplace harassment is defined under the Equality Act 2010 as unwanted conduct related to a protected characteristic that violates a person’s dignity or creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating, or offensive environment.
Harassment can occur in person, online, by phone, or in writing. It may involve a single incident or a pattern of behaviour.
Victimisation is a specific form of unlawful treatment under the Equality Act 2010. It occurs when an employee suffers a detriment because they have:
- Made a complaint about discrimination or harassment
- Supported a colleague’s complaint
- Acted as a witness in a discrimination case
- Gathered evidence for a potential claim
- Raised concerns about unlawful treatment
Even if your employer believes you may do one of these things, and treats you unfairly as a result, it can still amount to victimisation.
Victimisation is not the same as bullying or harassment, though it may feel similar. It specifically relates to retaliation for asserting your legal rights.
Under the Equality Act 2010, you are protected from victimisation if you act in good faith. This means your actions must be genuine and not malicious or deliberately false.
You are protected whether you are:
- A current employee
- A former employee
- A job applicant
We offer support with:
- Workplace harassment or bullying
- Unfair treatment or denial of opportunities
- Questionable dismissal or disciplinary action
- Discriminatory policies or practices
Our team will help you gather evidence, understand your rights, and take action through internal grievance procedures or legal claims.
We’ll work with you to challenge unlawful behaviour and seek appropriate remedies at the Employment Tribunal (if your claim is not settled before issue) - whether that’s compensation, reinstatement, or a formal apology.
Frequently Asked Questions
We aim to make employment law as simple and stress-free as possible. Alongside our personal guidance, our FAQ section answers common questions that may arise in relation to employment law.
The Equality Act 2010 protects against discrimination based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
Evidence may include emails, messages, witness statements, performance reviews, or patterns of behaviour. We’ll help you gather and present the strongest possible case.
Yes. It’s often advisable to raise a formal grievance with your employer first. We can guide you through this process and help you escalate the matter if necessary.
Outcomes may include compensation, policy changes, apologies, or reinstatement. We’ll work with you to achieve the result that best supports your goals.
You may be able to claim for:
- Harassment under the Equality Act
- Constructive dismissal if you’ve had to resign
- Personal injury if your health has been affected
These can include the following:
- Being labelled a “troublemaker” after supporting a colleague’s grievance
- Denied promotion or training opportunities after raising a complaint
- Excluded from meetings or team activities
- Facing disciplinary action without justification
- Dismissal shortly after filing a discrimination claim
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