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A recent survey conducted by XpertHR found that a majority of UK employers offer enhanced maternity and paternity pay to their employees. Our Employment Law team discusses some of the benefits and drawbacks of offering enhanced maternity and paternity pay...
Occasionally, a situation may arise in which it is necessary for a child to be urgently removed from their current living situation if they are in imminent risk of harm, be that physical, emotional or psychological harm. In this event, an Emergency...
In all areas of construction, having the right contract in place is of utmost importance to avoid disputes in the future, whether that is regarding payment, the plans for the projects or the parties involved. A recent case decided in the High Court...
When approached by an employee with a flexible working request, it is important that as an employer, you consider the individual circumstances of each case. Our Employment Law team here review the rather unedifying case of Mrs L Hodgeson v Martin...
All businesses experience conflict, but when not handled appropriately, conflicts in the workplace can lead to high staff turnover, decreased motivation, and an increase in costs for employers. A recent report published by Acas has estimated that the...
After the death of a loved one, you will understandably be grieving, feeling many different emotions and adjusting to this new chapter in your life. You may also be faced with the administration of their estate, however if you aren’t able to locate the Will this could raise more questions and delay matters at an already difficult time. Naomi Walton, Paralegal in our Private Client department, explains more here about how you can proceed if you’re not able to find the Will and what rules apply in this situation.
One of the matters that a divorcing couple may need to consider is the arrangements for their finances. These can include property, income, investments, contributions towards children, and pensions. For some, the pension can be one of the largest...
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 ...
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...
25 May 2021 marked the third anniversary of the introduction of the General Data Protection Regulation (‘GDPR’). The GDPR, prior to its introduction, was thought of by businesses and companies across Europe as a major revolution in the law...
Making reasonable adjustments is an important part of supporting your employees, particularly if they have a disability. Our Employment Law team here reviews the uncomfortable case of Mr J Kane v Barclays Bank UK plc 2021 in which the Employment...
With several updates and changes in recent months, it’s understandable that residential landlords may be feeling slightly confused about where they stand regarding their possession proceedings or the notice periods. The good news is that the 6 months...
There are many reasons as to why an employee may leave their employment, including redundancy, poor performance, or simply a desire for change. Whatever the reason, leaving a job can be a stressful process, even for those at the top of the corporate ladder....
After you have made the decision to divorce , you will be facing a whole new life involving your finances, living arrangements and your children. Your future will depend on the agreements you make with your spouse when you go your separate ways, which...
When an employee is diagnosed with an illness, it's crucial that as an employer you offer them the right support and don't discriminate against them. Our Employment Law team today review the case of Mr D Barrow v Kellog Brown & Root (UK)...
The coronavirus pandemic has inevitably had an impact on the cash flow of every business across the country, and has highlighted how important it is to have an efficient credit control process to ensure the survival of your business during times of economic...
Hybrid working is a form of flexible working that allows employees to split their time between the workplace and working remotely, usually from home. Under hybrid working arrangements, an employee may have set days when they can work from home, for example...
The last year has introduced us to new Employment Law terms, specifically the concept of furlough leave . This has given rise to many different questions and potential tribunal cases and today, our Employment Law team review the case of Miss K...
Having a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place is one of the most sensible decisions you can make in your lifetime. This legal document allows you to choose people to manage your affairs for you in should you not be able to and, while you can...
June is Pride Month, a month dedicated to celebrating and embracing the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community. It is also a time to recognise the progress that has been made in advancing the rights of LGBTQ+ people while acknowledging the work that still has to...
Having your child placed into the care of the Local Authority will be life changing, and we understand that you will have a whole variety of questions. Graeme Barclay , Family Law Partner, explains here in more detail the rights you have as a parent...
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