Deborah Foundling

Settlement agreements (formerly known as compromise agreements) play a crucial role in resolving workplace disputes and ensuring a smooth exit for employees. This guide outlines what settlement agreements are, their key features, and how they benefit both...

Nicola Hinds' recent legal victory against her former employer, Mitie, has shone a spotlight on the issue of maternity and pregnancy discrimination in the workplace. Nicola Hinds successfully pursued a discrimination claim (and constructive...

Settlement Agreements are often utilised to help manage the exit process when an employee leaves their place of employment, especially in redundancy and dismissal situations. By signing a Settlement Agreement, the employee agrees to waive their legal...

Status does not confer special protection regarding bullying or sexual harassment. Bullying has been hitting the headlines in recent weeks, demonstrating that no matter how high you fly, wings can be burned. It is behaviour that has seen Dominic Raab and...

Despite the abolishment of using asbestos in buildings almost 20 years ago, there are still over 2,000 deaths a year caused by exposure to the material. These are mainly due to lung cancer and mesothelioma, which can take years to develop following the initial exposure.