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Can a stepchild contest a Will?

Kevin Horn
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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...

How should I prepare for IR35?

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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.

The four financial considerations to make when applying for divorce

Robyn Finnegan
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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...

Employment Law Case Update: Redundancy Procedure

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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...

Data protection implications regarding employees who have had the Covid-19 vaccine

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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...

Employment Law Case Update: Sickness Absence Dismissal

Employment Team
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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...

Are employees entitled to time off work to get the Covid-19 vaccine?

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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...

Why restrictive covenants may be unenforceable - High Court ruling gives guidance to employers

Louise Bodeker
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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...

Employment Law Case Update: Reasonable Adjustments for Mental Health

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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...

Six Employment Law cases to watch in 2021

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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...