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LEGAL RMT helpline 0800 376 3706 :: july/aug 2025 :: RMTnews 26 LEGAL SUPPORT FOR RMT MEMBERS AT EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNALS If you are experiencing difficulties in the workplace and need advice regarding a potential employment tribunal claim contact the union. In the first instance, ensure that you contact your local RMT Representatives or Regional Organiser. Then complete an L2 – Request for Legal Assistance (available on-line) and send it to your Regional Office with all supporting documentation. RMT’s legal department deals with virtually all cases from assessment to the case’s conclusion at a tribunal for members across England and Wales. The legal department has also submitted claims to Employment Appeal Tribunals. The in-house legal department is now firmly established and employs four solicitors and continues to advise and support members in their work-related criminal cases in the Magistrates Court. This often involves defending members against false allegations made by the public of assault, false allegations of theft and alleged driving offences. Furthermore, it continues to offer tailored advice and support for bus and taxi drivers, in respect of their licensing issues, licensing appeals before the Magistrates Court, driving offences, and in respect of appearances before Traffic Commissioners. The In-house legal department continues to strive to deliver a first-class service to all of members. They are committed to provide a strong service to assist the union through the ever-changing legal landscape and their successes have grown yearly. Your Free legal service covers: • Employment Law – provided by the RMT Legal Department • Access to Personal Injury Lawyers – where 100 per cent of compensation is kept by members. • Access to a basic will service. • Access to special terms for conveyancing, probate, powers of attorney. • Access to special terms for family law related matters. The contact number for the legal department is 020 7084 7260 or go on-line to rmt.org.uk/about/legal-services/ An RMT member who suffered multiple injuries after a fall in poorly maintained staff toilets has secured a settlement from his employer. The incident occurred when the member went to use the staff toilets during his shift. Upon entering, he found the lighting broken, leaving the room in darkness. He also noticed the floor was wet, presenting a slip hazard. As he sat on one of the toilet seats, the seat fell off, causing him to fall heavily onto the floor. In an attempt to break his fall, he extended his right foot to brace against the wall and used his right arm to catch himself, resulting in further strain. During the fall, the side of his chest struck the broken toilet seat, and he also jarred his left hip upon impact with the floor. Following his ordeal, the RMT member instructed workplace injury experts at Thompsons Solicitors to bring a claim for compensation against his employer for failing WINNING COMPENSATION RMT wins compensation in accident cases from day one of membership