This article is the third in our series of deep dives into cases which we have handled involving strike out applications.
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This article is the third in our series of deep dives into cases which we have handled involving strike out applications. The case in question involves allegations of disability discrimination carried out by the employer, Quasar Engineering Limited (“Quasar”) and the employee's entitlement to claim constructive dismissal.
The Claimant commenced employment with Quasar in April 2018 as a Program Director. Initially, he reported to the Chief Executive Officer of Quasar and worked fairly regular hours, enjoying a work-life balance. Due to his outstanding performance, the Claimant was promoted to Global Executive Vice President Commercial ("EVP") in November 2019. As the EVP, the Claimant was responsible for overseeing the commercial side of Quasar's business including, setting up the Global Commercial team and focusing on business development on a global level. Whilst the Claimant did not receive a salary increase at that time, his promotion did entitle him to join the QE Holdings Phantom Equity Stock Option Plan. On 23 December 2019, the Board of Directors of QE Holdings approved the Rules of QE Holdings Phantom Equity Stock Option Plan ("PESO Plan").
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