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Sickness and absence management
Not only does sickness absence cost employers millions of pounds each year through sick pay and the cost of temporary replacement staff, it can also cause severe disruption to an employer's business.
In cases of repeated short-term absence, an investigation should be carried out to check whether there is any underlying condition which causes the absence.
In cases of long-term sickness absence, employers are unable to permanently replace or dismiss an absent employee without undergoing a thorough ill-health management process. A failure to do so can lead to an expensive unfair dismissal or disability discrimination claim.
We can advise you about absence management in cases of both long and short-term absenteeism. This can include providing advice and guidance on the process to be followed, gaining appropriate medical advice on the employee's condition and advising on the implementation of any reasonable adjustments suggested. In addition, we can assist you manage situations where the sickness absence is not genuine, or where the employee's return to work is unlikely.
For further information or assistance please contact Jo Cullen, the Employment Partner on 020 8549 5186 or employment@howell-jones.com.
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