Managing absence: Employer best practices & govt updates on return-to-work.

The session will delve into best practices for employers in managing sick leave from an employment law perspective. It will address compliance with the law, the potential operational impact of long-term sick leave, employee wellbeing, and how best to balance the organisation’s needs with the statutory obligations and the wellbeing of the organisation’s employees.

Recent changes in legislation in Jersey now permit employees to continue receiving sickness benefit while working simultaneously, provided employees have a return-to-work plan approved by WorkWell.

Speakers bio:

Guest Speakers - BCR Law

John Borg is an Advocate working in the Dispute Resolution and Employment teams. He has been with BCR Law LLP since it was formed in 2016, and prior to that, he worked for one of the firm's predecessors.

Ashley Quenault is an Advocate of the Royal Court. He qualified in 2023 following several years as an English Solicitor. With a broad legal practice, he provides both contentious and non-contentious legal advice across a range of sectors, including, but not limited to Construction, Hospitality, Financial Services, Charities, Utilities and Local Business.

Tayla Le Mottee is a Legal Assistant in the Dispute Resolution Team. She predominately advises in the areas of employment and personal injury. Her team also specialises in a variety of commercial and civil disputes including professional negligence, business, property, trust and construction.

Jeff Ferguson, Senior Occupational Therapist, WorkWell.

Jeff qualified as an Occupational Therapist in 2007 and is passionate about supporting people in reaching their functional goals. Having gained broad experience, working across a wide range of Physical and Mental Health services, he is committed to a truly holistic approach. Jeff joined WorkWell in 2023 and now is applying his clinic knowledge and experience using the activity of work to facilitate recovery.

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