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After a difficult and turbulent year many employers are no doubt hoping for a smoother 2021. However, the coming 12 months will have their own challenges and employers should be prepared. Our Employment Law team here outline some of the main changes in...
Construction law is diverse and in some respects archaic. No two construction projects are the same and this can mean that even familiar, simple principles can arise in novel and diverse ways. Andrew Cullyer, Litigation Executive specialising...
There are many reasons why disputes may arise in construction projects , with one of the most common being over payments. The Housing Grants Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 (as amended) provides for regular interim payments for construction...
Every employer should be aware of the nine protected characteristics under the Equalty Act 2010 regarding discrimination against employees; one of which being religion or belief. Our Employment Law team reviews a case here, Higgs v...
The Information Commissioner Office (ICO) has recently released updated guidance for businesses on how to handle a data subject access request (DSAR). Our Employment Law team here outline some of the main points employers should be aware of and...
When a dispute arises between parties, there are several methods of resolution available, including arbitration, mediation, negotiation and litigation. Another option is adjudication, in which a third party will review the case put by either side and...
As employers, it's vital that you follow your own procedures should you need to take an employee through a disciplinary or dismissal. Our Employment Law team today discusses the case of Mr D Walker v Old Swinford Hospital School which...
Over the past year, many employers and employees have realised that some jobs can be effectively done from the employee’s home. Consequently, some employees may wish to take this a step further and request to work remotely from abroad. Our ...
There are many ways to protect your business , especially at such uncertain times and a very common method we have seen so far throughout the pandemic is the use of group structures. Stacey Browne, Company Commercial Solicitor, explains how the use of...
Construction disputes have a long history; there are records of people complaining about their builders from ancient Sumerian times! Construction projects that lead to disputes will have a significant financial and potentially reputational impact for...
When faced with an employee's misconduct it is crucial that as an employer, you investigate the incident adequately, as well as any subsequent grievances that may arise from it. Our Employment Law team today review the case of Mr Lancelot Lewis...
2020 has seen the world move to a more online forum to restrict the spread of the coronavirus, which has left some business owners wondering whether their corporate transaction can proceed without the ability to meet face to face. Stacey Browne,...
As the holiday season approaches, one question that may be on employers’ minds is how their furloughed employees will be affected by the upcoming bank holidays. Our Employment Law team discusses this here, outlining some of the rules regarding annual...
When embarking on any sort of building project, it is vital that the terms and conditions of the arrangement are set out in writing and understood by all parties concerned. Having knowledge of the clauses within the contract and the subsequent issues...
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