Aldwych Legal acted for Ms Raminita, a Boohoo Group employee at a Bradford warehouse who required advice from employment solicitors in Bradford, who was relocated to a different department and asked to perform tasks beyond her original role. She raised health concerns about the new duties, warning that the working conditions could affect her breathing. The dispute sits at the crossroads of Labour & Employment Law and Health & Safety Law in the UK.
What Happened
Ms Raminita was moved to a different department at the Bradford Boohoo warehouse and asked to undertake tasks outside her ordinary duties. Shortly after the change, she developed a persistent asthma condition, which her GP linked to the working environment. Despite providing medical evidence and raising concerns, the employer did not take steps to remedy the unsafe conditions or to adjust her duties.
Legal Issues
- Duty of care to provide a safe workplace under the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974.
- Breach of statutory duty and common-law negligence for failing to act on known risks.
- Relevant regulations, including the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, and potential breaches of occupational health standards.
- Causation between workplace conditions and asthma, and the resulting financial losses (medical expenses and loss of earnings).
- Compliance with the Civil Procedure Rules and Pre-Action Protocols in pursuing a claim.
Our Approach
We pursued early pre-action steps, arranging medical assessments, collecting workplace safety reports, and reviewing internal communications. Our team prepared a clear liability and damages case and engaged in pre-action correspondence under the Civil Procedure Rules. Negotiations with Boohoo Group followed, with evidence-led submissions supporting the client’s position.
Outcome
The matter settled with Boohoo Group accepting liability for breach of duty, and Ms Raminita receiving compensation covering medical expenses, lost earnings, and related damages. The resolution provided practical support to her daily life and reinforced the importance of safe working conditions.
Result / Why It Matters
Aldwych Legal’s expertise in Labour & Employment Law, Health & Safety Law, and Personal Injury matters ensures clients obtain both compensation and justice. Employers should take proactive steps to maintain safe workplaces to protect staff and avoid avoidable disputes.
