Hypothetical question court attendance

Lou84 · Post by **Lou84** » 18 Dec 2018, 15:30

Hi,

I was beaten by a dog last February whilst out on delivery and am currently pursing a claim through the union.

I have been asked to provide dates for court availability, where do I stand with regard to getting time of if this goes to court.
Getting time off work is back enough but the accident was whilst at work so I don't see why I should have to use annual leave or take it unpaid.
Could this be special leave ?

Just getting prepared for the worst, really hoping it gets resolved outside of court.

Thanks

Post by **General Mannerheim** » 18 Dec 2018, 19:18

Getting time off work to go to court
If you are worried about getting time off work to go to court you should let your employer know with as much notice as possible. It is not your choice whether to go to court or not so your employer should normally give you time off work. You can show your employer the letter that you received from the Public Prosecution Service (PPS) or defence solicitor as proof that you are required to go to court.
If you are unable to persuade your employer to give you time off you should let the PPS or defence know as soon as possible. As a last resort you may be issued with a witness summons, which means you are legally required to go to court.

Also an employer doesn't have to pay you for attending a case, some employers do,and if this is the case that you lose a days pay you should claim for it as loss of earnings at your case.

rubberbond · Post by **rubberbond** » 23 Dec 2018, 19:42

I think that if th y pay you , you have to,pay it back out of any compensation you may receive.
Is the dog in court for assault by beating?