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23rd February
2011
written by Admin

When a suspected shoplifter pulled a gun on employees at a Walmart in Utah last month, the staff say they were left with no option but to disarm the man, which they managed to do without anyone getting shot. Unfortunately for them, Walmart says it had no choice but to sack the employees in a case being dubbed by the public as unfair dismissal. (more…)

2nd December
2010
written by Guest

If you are unfortunate enough to have been told that your job is at risk then here are 5 tips which will help you through the difficult weeks ahead. (more…)

1st December
2010
written by Guest

Upon recently moving to the Big City, I was incredibly excited to start a job. I felt on top of the game. I had just graduated from one of the top universities in the U.S., had already begun grad school, and now, I had a job that would provide the connections that would boost my career. It was the closest I’d ever felt to independence, and the first time I felt like I might actually make it in this cruel world. BUT that excitement lasted all of two weeks. (more…)

29th August
2010
written by Admin

Getting fired happens. It’s a fact of life. Sometimes it can open new doors for you, other times it’s a disaster. Either way, if you find yourself out on the street, you’ve got plenty of options. (more…)

10th February
2010
written by Admin

I say no personally.  Whilst what he has done is illegal, it is not like he murdered someone right?

Whilst he has exploited women, the usual line you hear is that he has hurt his family.  Not in this case, as she has said that “my man needs a massage”.  This response is completely different to the kind Vernon Kay received for texting filthy messages to 5 other women.  Cheating on Tess Daley – now that is a sackable offence!

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      Sackable offence is a blog about unfair dismissal, breach of contract and the ultimate job killer - sackable offence