Employment Legislation ====================== **Click below for a free initial consultation with one of our expert solicitors.** [BOOK MY FREE CONSULTATION](https://vardags.com/contact) ### Guide to making a grievance against your employer --- A workplace grievance is any concern, problem, or complaint that you, as an employee, raise with your employer. Possible issues giving rise to a grievance include but are not limited to issues concerning pay and benefits, working conditions, workloads,... [Find out more](https://vardags.com/law-guide/employment-legislation/guide-to-making-a-grievance-against-your-employer "Guide to making a grievance against your employer") ### My company is changing hands - a guide to TUPE --- tupe's purpose - protecting employees when company ownership changes When a company changes hands, employees can naturally feel concerned about what this will mean for their employment. However, although employees going through a transfer may feel that their... [Find out more](https://vardags.com/law-guide/employment-legislation/my-company-is-changing-hands "My company is changing hands - a guide to TUPE") ### IR35: Tax for off-payroll working intermediaries --- What is IR35? Off-payroll working rules, commonly known as IR35 refers to the UK legislation governing the taxation rules that applies when an individual provides a service for a business off-payroll and through an intermediary. Commonly, these workers are... [Find out more](https://vardags.com/law-guide/employment-legislation/guide-to-intermediaries-legislation "IR35: Tax for off-payroll working intermediaries") ### Guide to Settlement Agreements --- What is a settlement agreement? Settlement agreements, formerly known as a compromise agreements, came into effect in July 2013. They are legally binding contracts waiving an employee's rights to make a claim against their employer at a court or an employment... [Find out more](https://vardags.com/law-guide/employment-legislation/guide-to-settlement-agreements "Guide to Settlement Agreements") ### Restrictive Covenants in Employment Contracts --- What are restrictive covenants? A restrictive covenant is a clause limiting an employee's activities once their employment has come to an end. Specifically, they prevent employees from competing with their former employer after they leave. why do businesses... [Find out more](https://vardags.com/law-guide/employment-legislation/restrictive-covenants-in-employment-contracts "Restrictive Covenants in Employment Contracts") The information on this website is intended as a guide and does not constitute legal advice. Vardags do not accept liability for any errors in the information on this website, nor any losses stemming from reliance upon the statements made herein. All articles and pages aim to reflect the legal position at time they were published, and may have been rendered obsolete by subsequent developments in the law. Should you require specialist advice, tailored to your situation, please see how Vardags can help you. What our clients say -------------------- I would like to say working with the staff at Vardags was a great support to me at a difficult time of my life but with their support and sensitivity I was able to get through the experience with less stress and ease. If anyone... is looking for a good legal team I would recommend Vardags. They may cost a bit more but will give you good service. Brenda Hart Knowledgeable, respectful and empathetic service and team. Michelle Ravden The Vardags team are exceptionally knowledgable and strategic but also, and most importantly, they are confident and reassuring in a time when one can feel most vulnerable. Robert Douge They were magnificent, in both practical and emotional terms, during what was a very upsetting and difficult period of my life. The advice given was always well considered and sound. In summary, do not think twice about engaging... this firm, they have been nothing short of brilliant, and in my opinion you will not find better. Nicole Barnes Thanks to Emma and the team for the outstanding handling of my case. Throughout the months of my ongoing case I was kept informed and updated at all times never left wondering what was happening or where I stood. From meeting... Emma I felt instantly that my case was in good (understatement) hands, she has a friendly personal approach as well as so much expertise in the handling of family law cases. I feel so grateful to have had Emma and her team handle my case and for the outcome! Thank you! Emily Calvin A responsive and helpful service; quick to understand and advise on the issues. Ian Smith