Anyone been discriminated against by their employer?

Life after a breast cancer diagnosis Work, finance and travel
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Hey all,

Hope you’re all coping in the heat. I have a very sensitive situation that is indirectly related to my breast cancer journey. I am still on the cancer pathway with a double mastectomy and DIEP planned for the end of the year (BRCA2). Last week I wa told that my job was being made redundant, I believe I am being discriminated against having spoken to ACAS/CAB and an employment lawyer. They (of course) have denied this despite evidence. They offered me a settlement amount (very low) which I rejected and counter offered with (reasonable IMO) and they have rejected that asking me to come back with something else. Can anyone recommend a lawyer who specialises in discrimination/disability law please? Or if anyone has any experience on this field and can advise, I’d be so grateful :pray:

This is causing me so much anxiety and stress and despite working throughout chemo, surgery and radio, it has pushed me to my limit.

Thank you for reading :heart:

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Hi,
I don’t know of any lawyers, but I would definitely contact Macmillan’s free helpline as they deal a lot with employment issues and will be able to give advice or point you in the right direction.
Their number is 0808 808 0000
Good luck, I hope it all works out for you.
Lisa x

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Try ACAS, free and very helpful.

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Hi there - I am so glad I saw this post as I am going through a similar situation, except I am now post-treatment and was planning to return to work.
I spoke with ACAS but I am going to contact CAB and MacMillan for more advice. If I find a good a good lawyer or find any more useful info, I will post it here.
Best of luck x

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Welcome to the forum @mountainbreeze .
Hoping you get the right advice and support to deal with your work issues .

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