Jennifer Cashman has more than 20 years’ specialist experience advising a wide range of employers across a number of sectors. Recognised as a Leading Individual in Irish Employment Law in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500 Europe and is also recommended as a Leading Lawyer (Band 1) in Chambers Europe. Recognised thought-leader on various employment law and HR issues, in particular retirement ages and age discrimination. Clients praise Jennifer for her “practical, business-focused advice” and say “she gives "straight answers to straight questions… clearly very experienced and her delivery is fantastic - always clear and to the point."
Remote/Flexible/Domestic Violence Leave ⚓︎
1. How will that work for specialist (e.g., Nursing, Doctors, etc.) if it applies to all workers?
[I believe this relates to right to request flexible working]
The Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2022 provides that employees have the right to request remote/flexible working. This is simply a right to request, i.e., an employer may refuse.
2. If someone is injured at home, who is liable?
Presumably where the injury is work related, e.g., tripping over a laptop charger.
Relevant legislation: Safety, Health, and Welfare at Work Act 2005.
‘Place of work’ is defined as any place where work is carried out, whether occasionally or otherwise – this suggests that an individual’s
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