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Finding out your employer is going into administration can be very stressful and will likely raise many questions about the future. Our Employment Law team here discusses how employees’ contracts of employment and rights are affected by...
Whether your spouse has asked for a divorce or it’s you who has reached the decision to end your marriage, a divorce will inevitably be an emotional time for you and your children. You will likely be feeling overwhelmed about the upheaval that...
The new month starts with celebrations here at Warner Goodman LLP as we congratulate Kiri Saunders-Brown and Julia Beach on their promotions to Associate status. Julia joined the Fareham based Residential Conveyancing team in February 2020, and has...
The last 12 months have raised many different questions for world of Employment Law , with the introduction of furlough leave and additional health and safety requirements in the workplace. It is only now that we are starting to see claims of this...
Generally, the actions of our employees outside of the workplace, on their own time, is their business and should not concern their employer. However, an employee’s actions outside work may give rise to disciplinary action where they adversely...
2020 saw 95% mortgages being withdrawn by lenders and only a handful remained, leaving little option for first-time buyers but to save more than a 5% deposit. Covid-19 is being directly attributed to the reasons for the reduction in the availability...
Properly investigating when an employee raises a grievance against a colleague is vitally important to remedy the concern and also stay out of the tribunal. Our Employment Law team here reviews the case of Miss P Newcombe v Machynlleth...
The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations (TUPE) protects the rights of employees when the business or part of the business they work for changes hands. When TUPE applies, the relevant employees transfer from the original employer...
If the local authority has contacted you regarding a care order relating to your children, we understand that you will be feeling anxious and you will have questions about the next steps in maintaining your relationship with your children. Robyn...
When can a dismissal be considered fair if the decision is based on discriminatory views? That is the question that was asked of the Employment Tribunal in the case of Ms Seyi Omooba v Michael Garret Associates Ltd, t/a Global Artists and...
As this week we see many businesses re-open after the latest lockdown, the Government has also addressed whether employers can begin to bring their employees back to the office after they have been working from home. On 29 th March 2021, new guidance...
The recent stranding of the Ever Given vessel in the Suez Canal has shone a spotlight on the fragility of supply chains and how certain events can cause significant disruption to the transportation of goods and, ultimately, have a major impact on trade...
Identifying and documenting the true reason for dismissing an employee can go a long way when it comes to defending a tribunal claim against you, and ensuring that you are not being discriminatory at any step along the way can help even further. Our ...
Almost everyone experiences some stress at work from time to time; however, prolonged stress can have an adverse effect on the health of your employees and your business. You, as an employer, have a legal duty to protect your employees’ health and...
For separating or divorcing couples, making life changing decisions will be part of the process of starting a new life, however this can not always be achieved amicably. Agreeing on arrangements for your children or your financial matters will be...
Whistleblowing and protected disclosures are becoming an increasingly important topic in the aftermath of Covid-19 and so it's important for employers to recognise when an employee may be making a protected disclosure so they can act accordingly. ...
Gender pay gap reporting was first introduced by the Government in 2017. Regulations require employers with over 250 employees to report the average difference in pay between men and women in their organisation. This difference is calculated based on a...
The last 12 months of the Covid-19 pandemic have seen more people than ever begin to put their affairs in order through writing their Wills and arranging Lasting Powers of Attorney . While the world continues to turn to more digital tools as we work...
There are many reasons why a company may consider a de-merger, whether that is for profitability, reducing risk or transferring assets. Stacey Browne , Solicitor in our Company Commercial team, explains more here about the reasons why you may be...
Breaching the terms of an employees' employment contract will have serious ramifications for employers and so before any decisions are made you should ensure that your actions will not have consequences. Our Employment Law team today reviews the...
Suspension is when an employee remains employed but does not do any work or attend the workplace and there are several different circumstances when they may be appropriate. Suspensions can be used to protect the integrity of a disciplinary investigation, but...
All employers know that they cannot discriminate against an employee based on their age, but did you know that you also cannot discriminate against a potential employee? Protected characteristics also apply to job candidates and our Employment Law ...
As an employer, there will no doubt come a time when you need to dismiss an employee. Under Section 98 of the Employment Rights Act, there are five potentially fair reasons to dismiss an employee, which are capability, conduct, redundancy, breach of...
The last 12 months have been incredibly turbulent for everyone around the world, and charities in particular have seen their fundraising opportunities diminish. This is why we are so pleased to be able to continue our support for Portsmouth Down...
As the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent lockdown continues albeit with an end in sight, even with the success of the vaccine roll-out, it is an unfortunate consequence that not all companies will survive the coming months. With Carillion still fresh...
There has been much in the news recently about the support available from the Government for businesses in an attempt to save the high street and the economy, but little has been said about the effect on commercial landlords. Jenny Colvin in our ...
In Employment Law , it is not enough to simply supply training or policies for your employees; you must ensure you go one step further and ensure they are up to date and training is refreshed on a regular basis. Our Employment Law team today reviews a...
On 23 March 2020, the Government announced a lockdown for the United Kingdom in order to fight the outbreak of coronavirus. This meant that hundreds of thousands of businesses, large and small, were forced to close their doors to both their staff and the...
Substance abuse remains a sensitive topic for many people despite the fact that it affects many lives across the UK. For instance, in 2017/2018 the NHS estimated that approximately 586,000 adults in England had an alcohol dependency. Substance abuse poses a...
In the case of Uber BV and others v Aslam and others [2021], after five years or wrangling, the UK Supreme Court unanimously decided that Uber drivers are workers and therefore entitled to certain employment rights. Our Employment Law team here...
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has today announced an extension to the Stamp Duty Holiday, which was originally announced in July 2020. The amendments formed part of the support from the Government in response to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. ...
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has today announced an extension to the Stamp Duty Holiday, which was originally announced in July 2020. The amendments formed part of the support from the Government in response to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. ...
Covid-19 has had many serious consequences on our health, economy and personal relationships, and unfortunately the resulting lockdowns arising from the pandemic have led to an increase in reports of domestic abuse . Working from home...
Losing a loved one will be a devastating time for all concerned which can unfortunately also give rise to family disputes, particularly over the distribution of the estate as determined by the Will. Contesting a Will and bringing a claim against the...
Supporting all of our employees and treating them fairly and consistently forms the foundation of any employer-employee relationship, and when this fails it could lead to a tribunal claim. Our Employment Law team today review the case of Mr W...
Many businesses spent the first two months of 2020 planning for the implementation of IR35; then Covid-19 shifted the world and IR35 was delayed until April 2021. While Covid-19 continues to dominate the economy, and there are rumours to suggest that IR35 could be delayed once more, the official word from the Government at the time of writing this article is that it will proceed and come into effect in April 2021. Organisations should therefore be acting now and start to prepare for this change, or they could face significant financial and reputational consequences from HMRC. Natalie Rawson, Associate Solicitor in our Employment team, explains more here about the change and how we are supporting businesses to prepare now.
There have been so many consequences of Covid-19 on our personal lives, our working lives, our economy and of course our health, with the impact likely to stay with us for many years, especially for those who have also seen their relationship break down...
One of the many unfortunate side effects of the Covid-19 pandemic has been the impact on our economy and the rise in redundancies. When making redundancies in your business, it is crucial that the right procedure is followed, whether that is for...
Our Employment Law team have previously discussed whether employers are able to force employees to have the Covid-19 vaccine, considering factors such as time off, consent, health and safety and the definition of a “reasonable management...
Following a fair procedure is one of the fundamental rules within Employment Law , particularly following a fair procedure that is detailed in your own policies. Our Employment Law team review the case of Mr V Rumbold v Jaguar Land Rover and what...
The United Kingdom’s vaccine roll-out continues to make progress, with more than 11 million people having received their first jab so far. While many employers may be eager to have their workforce vaccinated, some may be wondering whether they are...
The recent tribunal case of Quilter Private Client Advisers Ltd v Falconer and another has given some clarification into the murky waters of restrictive covenants , ruling that the non-compete, non-dealing and non-solicitation covenants included within...
Mental health has always been a topic of interest for employers as they understand the nuances required to manage an employee suffering with poor mental health. Our Employment Law team today review the case of Mr A Hurle v London Fire Commissioner...
There are several important employment law developments employers can expect in 2021 as the outcome of various tribunal cases will be decided. Staying up to date with tribunal cases is an excellent way for employers to understand how the law is...
No employee should receive less favourable treatment than their colleagues. Not only will it impact their own mental wellbeing and productivity, but it could also lead to a tribunal claim being brought against the employer, potentially resulting in...
Though the majority of people who have been infected with Covid-19 fully recover within twelve weeks, some individuals have reported experiencing Covid-like symptoms for much longer. These people may be suffering from Post-Covid syndrome, or ‘Long...
Discrimination in the workplace continues to be a leading cause for Employment Tribunal claims, and some situations are easily avoidable. Our Employment Law team today reviews the case of Miss S Veitch and Miss N Sobihy v Stessa Leisure Holdings Ltd...
It is usually only after two years of continuous service that an employee becomes protected against unfair dismissal. Employers are generally entitled to dismiss an employee with less than two years service without needing to follow a fair procedure or...
The Government has recently announced long-overdue proposals to reform the way in which leaseholders can extend their leases to make the process fairer and cheaper for them. This has come as welcome news to many leasehold homeowners who buy their...
Whistleblowing, health and safety and protected disclosures are an increasing side effect of the Covid-19 pandemic, with employees raising concerns with their employers regarding the health and safety of being in the workplace during the pandemic. It...
