Ger Connolly

Partner, Mason Hayes & Curran LLP

As a senior partner in the Employment Law & Benefits team and the distinguished head of the firm’s Business Immigration practice, Ger Connolly offers an unparalleled depth of expertise at the intersection of complex employment law and global mobility. His strategic counsel is highly sought after by a prestigious roster of clients, including: Renault, Xerox, UBS Bank, Intel, Kerry Group, SK Biotech, Meta, Vertiv, and Bank of Montreal.

Beyond his thriving practice, Ger is a respected voice in the legal community. He is a frequently invited lecturer and his scholarship on employment issues has been published widely by both Irish and European trade and legal publications. His international focus is further evidenced by his active professional memberships in organisations such as the Employment Lawyers Association of England and Wales and the European Employment Lawyers Association, ensuring that his clients benefit from insights at the forefront of international legal developments.

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Ireland—Dealing with long-term or chronic sickness in the workplace

Practice Notes

This Practice Note gives an overview of the statutory sick pay scheme in Ireland and how best to deal with long-term absences and chronic illness in the workplace. It explains entitlements and employer duties under the Sick Leave Act 2022 (Ireland), reasonable accommodation under the Employment Equality Act 1998 (Ireland), as amended, unfair dismissal risk under the Unfair Dismissals Act 1977 (Ireland), as amended and procedures under the Workplace Relations Act 2015 (Ireland). It sets out practical steps on maintaining contact, medical evidence/occupational health, return-to-work and capability.

Ireland - Employment

Ireland—Equality law in the Irish workplace and protection against discrimination

Practice Notes

This Practice Note sets out the key issues concerning employment and anti-discrimination laws in Ireland. The issues considered include: the nine discriminatory grounds, types of discrimination and prohibited conduct, employer obligations and practical, best practice advice for employers. This Practice Note does not address EU law in detail as a source of Irish employment equality law.

Ireland - Employment