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Preliminary Hearing Preparation Guide
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The conversation involves preparing for a Preliminary Hearing, agreeing on a joint agenda, and submitting documents. The respondent argues the tribunal lacks jurisdiction over discrimination claims due to timing under the Equality Act 2010. The claimant contends the events are linked, constituting a continuing act, thus falling within the permissible timeframe. The claimants email to HR and subsequent inaction are highlighted as evidence of ongoing impact. The ACAS Early Conciliation process is also discussed, confirming the claims timely submission.Full Conversation
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Alright, I can help with that. Preparing for a Preliminary Hearing involves a few steps. Here are some general guidelines:
- Review the draft agenda and compare it with yours. Decide if you agree with a joint agenda or prefer your own.
- Gather any documents you wish to include in the hearing bundle.
- Ensure all documents are submitted by the deadline.
Do you have any specific questions or need help with a particular part of the process?
- Review the draft agenda and compare it with yours. Decide if you agree with a joint agenda or prefer your own.
- Gather any documents you wish to include in the hearing bundle.
- Ensure all documents are submitted by the deadline.
Do you have any specific questions or need help with a particular part of the process?
The Respondent contends that the Tribunal does not have jurisdiction to hear the
as it relates to any alleged acts of discrimination which
Further, the Respondent contends that the allegations do not amount to conduct
extending over a continuing period within the meaning of section *(*)(a) of the
Equality Act *. The claim should have been presented before the end of the period
of three months beginning when those alleged acts were done as extended by the
relevant ACAS Early Conciliation period. The Claimant commenced early conciliation
on * May *. ACAS Early Conciliation certificate was issued on *
July *. Therefore, any complaints in respect of treatment which occurred before *
February * should not be considered by the Tribunal. ..what is the meaning of the conten
The respondent's argument suggests that the tribunal lacks jurisdiction over the discrimination allegations because they fall outside the permissible time frame defined by the Equality Act *. The claimant should have submitted the claim within three months of the alleged acts, extended by the ACAS Early Conciliation period. Allegations before * February * are considered time-barred.
Would you like assistance with preparing a response to this contention?
Would you like assistance with preparing a response to this contention?
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It seems you're dealing with a case involving jurisdiction and timing issues under the Equality Act *. For preparing a response, consider the following:
- Assess whether any alleged acts fall within the permissible time frame.
- Gather evidence showing a continuing course of conduct.
- Consider any legal arguments or exceptions that might apply.
Would you like further assistance with any of these aspects?
It seems you're dealing with a case involving jurisdiction and timing issues under the Equality Act *. For preparing a response, consider the following:
- Assess whether any alleged acts fall within the permissible time frame.
- Gather evidence showing a continuing course of conduct.
- Consider any legal arguments or exceptions that might apply.
Would you like further assistance with any of these aspects?
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It sounds like you're dealing with a complex issue regarding continuous impact and linked events under the Equality Act *. To strengthen your case, consider demonstrating how the events are interlinked and continue to impact you, potentially invoking the "continuing act" principle. Would you like help in strategizing how to present this argument effectively?
It sounds like you're dealing with a complex issue regarding continuous impact and linked events under the Equality Act *. To strengthen your case, consider demonstrating how the events are interlinked and continue to impact you, potentially invoking the "continuing act" principle. Would you like help in strategizing how to present this argument effectively?
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To effectively present the "continuing act" principle, ensure you:
- Detail how each event is interconnected.
- Provide evidence showing ongoing impact.
- Highlight any continuous nature of the conduct.
Would you like guidance on drafting your argument, or do you have specific questions about evidence collection?
To effectively present the "continuing act" principle, ensure you:
- Detail how each event is interconnected.
- Provide evidence showing ongoing impact.
- Highlight any continuous nature of the conduct.
Would you like guidance on drafting your argument, or do you have specific questions about evidence collection?
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It seems you are navigating a complex legal issue related to jurisdiction and the "continuing act" principle under the Equality Act *. It might be beneficial to consult with a lawyer to ensure your case is presented effectively. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
It seems you are navigating a complex legal issue related to jurisdiction and the "continuing act" principle under the Equality Act *. It might be beneficial to consult with a lawyer to ensure your case is presented effectively. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
On * March *, I clearly emailed HR stating that mediation was not suitable given the nature of my grievance. Despite this, even after my multiple follow-up(HR + HigherAuthority) the Respondent took no meaningful action to address the grievance from 1st March to 4th July *.
This prolonged inaction constitutes a continuing act under section *(*)(a) of the Equality Act *, with harm persisting throughout this period. ACAS initiated Early Conciliation on * May * and issued the certificate on * July *, confirming that my claim was submitted within the valid extended time limit.Furthermore, during Early Conciliation, ACAS approached the Respondent, who acknowledged that had they acted sooner, the situation would not have escalated to this level.Therefore, the Tribunal does have jurisdiction, and any conduct prior to * February *
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It sounds like you have a potentially strong case involving the "continuing act" principle under the Equality Act *. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
It sounds like you have a potentially strong case involving the "continuing act" principle under the Equality Act *. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
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Great, it seems like you have a high-value case. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case? If so, I need to collect some information to proceed. What is your name?
Great, it seems like you have a high-value case. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case? If so, I need to collect some information to proceed. What is your name?
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Since you're interested in connecting with local lawyers for your potentially high-value case, let's start by gathering some necessary details. What is your name?
Since you're interested in connecting with local lawyers for your potentially high-value case, let's start by gathering some necessary details. What is your name?
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