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What are your rights relating to Christmas close down periods? Can your employer force you to take annual leave during this time?

Before you sign a new employment contract, make sure you read it thoroughly, understand what it means and negotiate if necessary. If in doubt, ask for help from an employment advocate.

How do you know if you are an employee or an contractor? And what difference does it make to your rights and entitlements?

Can an employee be dismissed for failing to meet targets set in a performance improvement plan?

What do you do when you receive a warning at work? What are your rights and does it mean you can now be sacked?

Being bullied can feel overwhelming and isolating. Find out what to do if you are being bullied, the steps your employer should take to address it, and what to do if they don't.

No Win No Fee arrangements can give peace of mind to vulnerable employees and the confidence to raise their employment dispute with less risk.

If you’re an employee in New Zealand and you’re wondering whether your employer can say no to your request for sick leave, or whether you can be disciplined for taking it,  you’ve come to the right place. This blog breaks things down in plain English: what you’re entitled to, what your employer can (and can’t) do, and a bunch of common questions to help you feel confident about your rights. What sick leave are you legally entitled to? Under the Holidays Act 2003 , beginning 2

Choosing whether you need a legal representative, and who that should be can be tricky. Let us help you decide.

Is making one mistake at work grounds for dismissal? And if not, what can I do?

What happens to your accrued annual leave when you leave your job? And does it depend on whether your were sacked or resigned?

It is important when facing a restructure and redundancy at work to understand your rights in relation to redeployment.

Can an employer change the conditions of your employment? Generally only following a fair and reasonable process with your agreement.

With the world of AI experts at your fingertips, why would you engage a real life legal expert? 7 reasons why you want an employment advocate on your side.

Mediation can be a positive way to resolve an employment dispute quickly and effectively. Read more to find out what it entails.

How can an advocate help you to collect, prepare and present documentation and evidence to support your personal grievance?

Understanding what an exit package is, under what circumstances you can expect one, and how to negotiate it.

What do you when you are called into a disciplinary meeting? Talk to an advocate and get some professional advice and support.

What rights do I have when my employment contract has a 90 Day Trial or Probation Period?

When you are in a dispute with your employer, it can be tempting to just resign and leave. But seeking legal advice first can help you to retain your rights and reach a better resolution. Find out how an employment advocate can help when all you want to do is quit.