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Equal pay
If you think you are not receiving equal pay at work, your might have a discrimination claim against your employer. Our employment solicitors will tell you if you have a claim.
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Equal pay advice for employees
Equal pay law protects employees from being paid less than someone of the opposite sex for equal work. The law applies to employees of all levels and can cover differences in salary, bonuses, benefits, pension contributions and other terms of employment.
If you believe you are being paid less than a colleague because of your sex, or that you are being treated less favourably at work, our employment lawyers can help you understand your rights and the options available to you.
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What can I do if I think I’m being paid unfairly?
If you think you are being paid less than a colleague and believe this is because of your sex, it’s important to take advice before deciding what to do next. There may be legitimate reasons for differences in pay, such as experience, qualifications or length of service, but you may have a claim if the difference cannot be objectively justified.
If you believe you are being treated unfairly for another reason, you may have rights under other areas of employment or discrimination law.
How we can help you understand your position.
Your options may include:
- Talk to your employer informally: You may be able to raise your concerns with your employer or ask for an explanation for the difference in pay or treatment.
- Raise a formal grievance: If your concerns cannot be resolved informally, you may wish to follow your employer’s formal grievance procedure.
- Make a legal claim: If the matter cannot be resolved, you may be able to bring a claim in the Employment Tribunal. Strict time limits apply, so it is important to seek legal advice promptly.
- Ask us to deal with your employer: We can help you communicate with your employer, negotiate on your behalf and, where appropriate, represent you in legal proceedings.
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Our advisers provide holistic financial planning and as we are not connected to any one provider, we can offer a whole-of-market approach for the range of products we can advise on. We can also give independent advice for a whole range of insurance products to protect you and your family. Our IFAs are regulated and authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority, which means we’re accountable for the advice we give.
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We understand that raising concerns about pay or treatment with your employer can feel daunting. Our employment lawyers are experienced in dealing with equal pay and workplace discrimination matters and will give you clear, practical advice about your rights.
We’ll explain your options and help you decide on the right approach for your circumstances. If appropriate, we can speak to your employer on your behalf and take further legal action if necessary.
We have offices across Cambridgeshire, Essex and Hertfordshire, but we can help you wherever you are in England and Wales.
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