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Confidentiality agreements guidance

8th January 2020

Hot on the back of the #MeToo movement, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has published some non-statutory guidance on the use of confidentiality or non-disclosure agreements in discrimination cases.

Unfair dismissal following advice of an in-house lawyer

8th January 2020

Is a dismissal unfair if the employer changes an investigation report following advice from an in-house lawyer?

How Melanoma UK can help you

25th October 2019

As a firm, we are proud to be able to work with and support a number of charitable organisations both locally and nationally, one of which is Melanoma UK.

Workplace Injury and Occupiers’ Liability FAQs

29th August 2019

A workplace injury can result in extended periods where an injured party may be out of work and this can have a big impact on the life of the person involved as well as their family. Businesses also need to be aware of their responsibilities according to the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1984.

No-fault divorce

17th July 2019

If the reform bill presently before Parliament is approved, no-fault divorce will be introduced in England and Wales. This will remove the need for one party to attribute blame, and could potentially speed up the divorce process.

Parental leave

3rd July 2019

The Court of Appeal has decided that it is not discriminatory for an employer to pay men on shared parental leave less than birth mothers on statutory maternity leave.

Guide to conveyancing FAQs

28th June 2019

Conveyancing can be an extremely complex area of law, however, it is essential the conveyancing process is completed quickly, efficiently and without any errors.

What’s the difference between an EPA and an LPA?

17th June 2019

It’s common for many of people to go through life without a second thought about what may happen tomorrow, next week or in years to come, as a result, a power of attorney isn’t always at the forefront of people’s minds, however, it should be. When discussing powers of attorney we have been asked what the difference is between an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) and a Lasting Power of Attorney.

What you need to know about occupiers’ liability claims infographic

20th May 2019

Some Occupiers’ Liability claims for compensation can be difficult and time-consuming, whilst others may be settled much quicker.

Workplace Injuries infographic

25th April 2019

This workplace injuries infographic highlights how devastating such injuries can be for employees and employers alike.

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