Most managers receive no training on disciplinary and dismissal procedures and they can feel ill-equipped, both personally and professionally, to handle this aspect of their job. It is important they get it right because errors may mean costly and embarrassing legal action and even unwanted press publicity.;Part of the ""Perfect"" series, this book provides a blueprint for avoiding the legal pitfalls while treating the employee with fairness and compassion. A comprehensive appendix contains statutes and regulations, suggested reading and sample disciplinary procedures. Contents include: wrongful vs unfair dismissal, proving dismissal, contracts, redundancy, the disciplinary code and company rules, common reasons for dismissal, uncommon grounds, disputed exits (ACAS and Tribunal), outplacement, easing the pain.