Mind the Gap: How the Law is Shaping Mental Health at Work

In this episode of the Working Well Beings podcast, host Matt Smeed speaks with Andrew Davidson, the National Head of Employment at Hempsons, about the intersection of employment law and workplace wellbeing. They discuss Andrew's career journey, the daily responsibilities of an employment lawyer, and the increasing importance of mental health in the workplace. The conversation delves into the rise of mental health claims, the burden of proof in employment disputes, and the shared responsibilities of employers and employees. They also explore the significance of wellbeing policies, the future of work in the age of AI, and the challenges of neurodiversity in the workplace. Finally, Andrew shares insights into managing stress within the legal profession and the importance of creating a positive workplace culture.00:00 Introduction to Employment Law and Wellbeing01:18 Andrew Davidson's Career Journey02:44 Daily Responsibilities of an Employment Lawyer05:04 Mental Health in the Workplace06:10 The Rise of Mental Health Claims10:01 The Burden of Proof in Employment Claims12:56 Employer and Employee Responsibilities14:22 The Importance of Wellbeing Policies20:35 The Future of Work and AI25:51 Neurodiversity in the Workplace28:27 Stress in the Legal Profession🔹 Subscribe for more insights: @workingwellcommunity 🔹 Learn more about Working Well Community: https://www.workingwell.community/ #WorkplaceWellbeing #HealthAndWellbeingAtWork #EmployeeWellbeing #Podcast