Gaffney Solicitors

I was requested by Brenda Dennehy, Journalist with the Irish Mirror to provide some insight into potential issues that may arise at office parties arranged by employers.

Irish lawyer warns of risks you shouldn't take during work Christmas party Mr Gaffney also revealed many companies have clamped down on offering free bars at their parties as they are a “recipe for disaster”

Significant legislation which generally prohibits "zero hours" contracts and contracts providing work on a "casual" basis has been enacted. It is welcome in many respects and indeed by many employees, but will inevitably lead to contention with other employees that are happy with the way things were.

New law aimed at curbing zero-hours contracts comes into effect Employment protection legislation to provide support for workers in precarious situations