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Q: I run a business and we have our own Facebook page. Threatening comments against me and those close to me have been posted on it. The motivation for the comments was found to be based on a lie, and I have had official confirmation of this from the local council. Can I take legal action?
A: This is a specialist area of law known as defamation. Taking it further would require a specialist solicitor. The threatening comments are unlawful and you could show these to the police to investigate further.
An employee of mine is constantly causing a few minor issues such as going on her break without mentioning it. What actions should I take against her?
read moreAn employee has died and their family have asked if they can have access to their final wages. The family are saying that there is no need for probate as the estate is small. I am unsure as to whether to release funds. What should I do?
read moreMy employee has bad time-keeping and a poor sickness record. A few weeks ago he didn’t call in sick but texted a colleague instead. He has also been absent this week. I do not know if or when my employee is coming back or how far to take disciplinary action. The notice period is one week.
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