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12 cases tagged Self Employed.
Self-employed surveyor's employment claim struck out: no reasonable prospect of success
A chartered surveyor who worked for Clements Agency Limited for nearly 30 years on a self-employed basis had his claim for unfair dismissal and discrimination struck out. The tribunal found he had no reasonable prospect of proving he was an employee.
Property Operations Manager unable to bring employment claims after tribunal finds he was self-employed
A property operations manager who worked from home for a Dubai-based firm was found by the tribunal to be self-employed, not an employee or worker, meaning his claims could not proceed.
Self-employed DJ cannot bring unfair dismissal claim against hotel
A DJ who provided services to a hotel for six years was found to be self-employed, not a worker or employee, and his unfair dismissal claim was dismissed.
Assistant to business owner found to be a worker, not an employee
A tribunal ruled that an assistant to a TV craft business owner was a worker, not an employee, and awarded £7,209 for unpaid holiday pay and pension contributions.
Self-employed therapist loses status battle against police force
A therapist who provided counselling to police staff was found to be self-employed, not a worker or employee, and his claims for unfair dismissal and holiday pay were dismissed.
Self-employed subcontractors lose unpaid wages claim: worker status denied
Two construction workers who were not paid for short-term work on a day rate have had their claim for unauthorised deductions dismissed after the tribunal found they were independent contractors, not workers.
Self-employed quality management consultant fails to prove employment status for unfair dismissal claim
A self-employed consultant who worked for Shekinah Consultants Limited and Martec Limited was unable to establish he was an employee or worker, leading to the dismissal of his unfair dismissal and holiday pay claims.
Learning mentor found to be employee despite 'contract for services'
A tribunal ruled that a learning mentor who developed and delivered apprenticeship courses was an employee, not a self-employed contractor. The case will now proceed to a final hearing on multiple claims including unfair dismissal and discrimination.
Bookkeeper found self-employed: tribunal had no jurisdiction to hear unfair dismissal claim
An accountant who worked for Cornerstone Care Solutions Ltd as a bookkeeper was found to be self-employed, so the tribunal had no jurisdiction to hear her unfair dismissal claim. The respondent's costs application was also refused.
Cleaner with 29 years' service found to be self-employed: tribunal lacks jurisdiction
A cleaner who worked for 29 years cleaning common parts of a building was found to be genuinely self-employed, meaning the tribunal had no power to hear her unfair dismissal and discrimination claims.
Finance Officer found to be a worker, not an employee: status ruling opens door to some claims
A tribunal ruled that a finance officer who worked for eight years on a freelance basis was a 'worker' but not an 'employee', meaning he can pursue claims for holiday pay and unlawful deductions but not unfair dismissal.
Diet clinic doctor found to be a worker, not an employee: whistleblowing claim allowed to proceed with deposit
A medical doctor at a diet clinic was found to be a worker rather than an employee, meaning her unfair dismissal claim failed. However, her whistleblowing claim was allowed to proceed, subject to a £50 deposit order.