Minimise disruption. Maximise productivity. Protect your business.
Sickness absence, whether short-term, long-term, or recurring, can have a major impact on your workforce, morale, and bottom line. At Frederick Solicitors, we help employers across the UK take a proactive, legally compliant, and commercially sensible approach to managing employee absence.
Why Effective Absence Management Matters
Unmanaged or poorly handled absence can lead to:
- Lost productivity and overstretched teams
- Increased costs from temporary cover or reduced output
- Legal risks: discrimination, unfair dismissal, or breach of contract claims
- Poor morale and disengagement across your workforce
Our specialist employment lawyers partner with business owners, HR teams, and operations managers to put the right processes in place,reducing absence levels, resolving disputes early, and ensuring full legal compliance.
Our Sickness Absence Management Support Includes:
- Tailored sickness absence policies – Clear, enforceable policies that reduce ambiguity and support consistent decision-making.
- Managing long-term absence – Legal and practical advice on capability dismissals, reasonable adjustments, and return-to-work planning.
- Short-term and intermittent absences – Support with patterns of absence, trigger points, and absence review meetings.
- Occupational health referrals – Guidance on when to involve medical professionals and how to interpret reports.
- Disability and Equality Act considerations – Ensure your approach avoids discrimination and complies with your legal obligations.
- Defensible disciplinary and dismissal procedures – If dismissal becomes necessary, we help you do it right—avoiding costly claims.
Why Frederick Solicitors?
- Expertise in complex absence issues – From mental health to hidden disabilities, we handle sensitive cases with confidence and care.
- Strategic, not just reactive – We don’t just fire-fight. We help you build long-term solutions that protect your workforce and reputation.
- Fixed fees and HR packages – Transparent pricing with optional HR retainers for ongoing support.
- Award-winning, employer-focused – Recognised nationally for our results, service, and commitment to helping businesses thrive.
If sickness absence is affecting your business, don’t wait until it becomes a legal problem. We’ll help you regain control, support your team, and stay compliant.
