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ARTICLE · 25 FEBRUARY 2025

Three Things I've Learnt About Employment Law With Dónall Breen

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Appreciate the human side of employment law: Dealing with stressed employees requires empathy—legal rigidity alone can escalate situations.

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What can we learn from an expert in employment law?

In this insightful video, Dónall Breen, Employment lawyer at GQ Littler, joins Ben White for a coffee- fuelled stroll in the park. Together, they dive into key insights from Dónall's extensive experience in employment law. Whether you're an HR professional, a business leader, or simply curious about workplace dynamics, these lessons are practical and thought-provoking.

  1. Appreciate the human side of employment law: Dealing with stressed employees requires empathy—legal rigidity alone can escalate situations.
  2. Consistency is Key: Avoid legal risks by balancing consistency with well-thought-out exceptions.
  3. Stay informed: Employment law intersects with evolving public expectations and legal rights—stay ahead by keeping informed.

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