When Helena was diagnosed with cancer, it changed everything. Her diagnosis not only took an immense physical and emotional toll but also introduced a number of financial and bureaucratic challenges. Unable to work due to the effects of her disease and the treatments, Helena found herself in a precarious situation with no income to support[…]
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For James, the past year had been a relentless battle for justice. After experiencing discrimination at work due to his disability, he found himself facing a legal fight against his former employer. With limited options and mounting stress, he turned to our team at Citizens Advice Barnet for help. James’s case was complex. He had[…]
Cancer patient wins £15,000 settlement with help from our employment team
Client stories Jul 31, 2024
Our employment team recently celebrated a significant victory, bringing hope and justice to a client facing extraordinarily challenging circumstances. Our client, a brave individual battling stage four cancer, found themselves in a daunting legal battle against their former employer. Among a raft of issues, they’d faced disability discrimination which had proved detrimental to their health.[…]
Lana’s story is one of resilience, perseverance and the power of getting the right support. Lana, along with her husband and four children, lived in a one-bedroom flat in social housing. Despite her persistent requests for rehousing, she was repeatedly told that her existing accommodation was adequate. She said: “I tried to go to Barnet[…]