Constructive Dismissal Advice....

Calla2k

Hi Guys,

Anyone can advice me if I might have a case? Employer has increased workload since January (although it is not a new contract) very measureable difference versus others employed doing the same job. Have communicated the increased stress and pressure it has put on me, not sleeping, moody etc. Also, affecting my professional reputation with outside customers as things are falling through the cracks. Actually cant take it anymore, used to love this job. If I resign would I have a case??

Any feedback is welcome...!

daigo75

As far as I know, and increase in workload doesn't need a new contract. The mere fact that the job became more stressful is not, in my opinion, a sufficient ground for a Constructive Dismissal, but circumstances play a vital role in this case.

As CitizensInformation advises:

• In a constructive dismissal situation it is for you to prove that your resignation was justified
• You should use any complaints or grievance procedure that is available to you before resigning
• You should also consider using any outside industrial relations procedures available to you before resigning
• You should seek detailed advice before leaving as this is a complex area of law
• You should only resign as a last resort after having used all available means of resolving the problem

More details on Constructive Dismissal on Citizensinformation.ie.

One personal note: in my experience, lawyers should be the last resort in resolving grievances, not the first. I'd strongly recommend to make your point clear with your employer and see if things improve.

Eoin

This is not the place to ask if you have a case, you should seek professional legal advice. All we can do here is link to the appropriate resources online, which daigo75 has done above.