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Last edited by northernladuk; 20 April 2017, 12:41.
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Originally posted by Mark2009 View PostI find this hard to believe I love agencies, I would just move on to a different agency If the boss is happy with your work he might help you but I would not take legal advice as this would cost you money.
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Originally posted by Gsm View PostMy current contract will likely extend throughout this year, however, the relationship with my agency has broken down and I wish to leave them.
Does anyone know how long the maximum amount of time they can legally stop me from working for my team through another agency.
My current contract attempts to restrict this for 12 months, however, I'm not sure if this time period is actually legally enforceable.
Thanks
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Originally posted by WordIsBond View PostI have used these people once for a small matter. They seem to have a good reputation, and I was happy enough with their services, but I certainly can't give them any kind of blanket endorsement.
Edinburgh office | CCW Business Lawyers, Dunfermline, Edinburgh, Salisbury, UK
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Originally posted by Gsm View PostCan anyone recommend any legal advisors in Scotland?
Edinburgh office | CCW Business Lawyers, Dunfermline, Edinburgh, Salisbury, UK
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The agency can't change the terms of the existing contract without your agreement. However, they may be able to terminate the existing one and offer new terms.
As per Northernladuk, without additional information, I can't see how we can help.
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Greater control over their workers? That doesn't sound right at all. Fancy giving us an overview on what these changes are?
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Hi, thanks for your responses. The main issue is the agency have changed my terms and conditions and are attempting to impose greater control over their workers and are using high pressure strategies to force people to sign.
I'm fortunate that I have the full support from the client and I believe they are having their own issues with the agency which strengthens my case. I'm working with the client to find a solution and I just wanted to ask this question.
I need to find a solicitor to review and advise on the full extent of the changes to my terms.
Can anyone recommend any legal advisors in Scotland?
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Have you asked the client? Sometimes they can put pressure on an agency. Though unless you are not getting paid they will look at you as small minded.
And they might decide you are too much trouble and terminate you.
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The answer is it depends on your skills, the client and the wording of the clause. Only a solicitor would be able to tell you how likely the clause would be enforceable.
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Originally posted by Gsm View PostMy current contract will likely extend throughout this year, however, the relationship with my agency has broken down and I wish to leave them.
Does anyone know how long the maximum amount of time they can legally stop me from working for my team through another agency.
My current contract attempts to restrict this for 12 months, however, I'm not sure if this time period is actually legally enforceable.
Are they not paying you? That's the only concern you should have.
Remember that they are your customer and as long as they pay on time I cannot see why you should have an issue.
My current agency are a bunch of useless tulipheads... but so what... I'm not paid to like them and I give them a load of crap as well.
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Originally posted by FrontEnder View PostI've seen others post in here saying a 12 month contract is likely to be unnenforcable, but I don't know the details. I believe It's a grey area if you've 'opted out'.
What's happened with the agency though? If they've breached contract then that could be a way out. You'd need to get the client on board and get an offer through a different agency, or direct. They might not be willing though as that might mean they're in breach of the agencies contract.
Probs my the only risk free way would be for all 3 parties to agree mutually agree to terminate contracts, get that in writing (specifically voiding the handcuff clause) then a new one can be drawn up.
Im not a lawyer though, theres probably far more knowledgeable posters here that can better answer than me.
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I've seen others post in here saying a 12 month contract is likely to be unnenforcable, but I don't know the details. I believe It's a grey area if you've 'opted out'.
What's happened with the agency though? If they've breached contract then that could be a way out. You'd need to get the client on board and get an offer through a different agency, or direct. They might not be willing though as that might mean they're in breach of the agencies contract.
Probs my the only risk free way would be for all 3 parties to agree mutually agree to terminate contracts, get that in writing (specifically voiding the handcuff clause) then a new one can be drawn up.
Im not a lawyer though, theres probably far more knowledgeable posters here that can better answer than me.
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