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The Brexit Factor - Impact on commercial contracts

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Whilst the full and true effect of leaving the European Union is a much debated topic - and one still very uncertain - companies can still plan ahead to reduce the potential impacts. Market fluctuations, increase in material costs, changes in...

What impact will Department of Health proposals have on medical negligence cases?

Judith Thomas-Whittingham
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The Department of Health propose to introduce fixed recoverable costs in clinical negligence cases and place a restriction on the medical expert fees which are vital in investigating these cases. The current proposals set to introduce this regime for...

Too hot to handle? What does the law say on employee rights and temperature in the workplace?

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The recent heatwave that has struck Britain may have started to subside, but with temperatures still around 20°c and humidity at 90% questions concerning employees’ rights in hot temperatures are still circling. It might not happen often, but...

What the 2017 General Election could mean for the future of employment law?

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With the outcome of the UK general election still in disorder it is important to understand what impact each of the political parties in contention would have on the world of employment law if elected. Campaigning has come to a close but still we are no...

Apprenticeship levy - what you need to know

Adam Pennington
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The apprenticeship levy came into effect from 6 April 2017 and applies to employers in England, who have an annual pay bill above £3m. How is the levy calculated? The levy is 0.5 per cent of the annual pay bill. All employers will receive a...

Action Mesothelioma Day 2017

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Asbestos support groups up and down the country are taking part in this year’s Action Mesothelioma Day. In Manchester, the event takes place on Friday 7th July and will be marked by the symbolic release of doves, in memory of those who...

Annual leave - what are my entitlements?

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This time of year can be a busy time for annual leave requests. Whether you're a parent juggling childcare with work and school holidays, or an employer trying to keep your business running while the sun shines, it can sometimes be difficult to find...

Care costs 'more than half of home value' according to study

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Concerns about paying for residential care are nothing new. However, with more of us living into old age than ever before and increasing numbers of alzheimer’s and dementia diagnoses in old age, the prospect of making financial plans to pay for care...

Pregnancy & maternity discrimination - understanding your rights

Maria Chadwick
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  Any woman who has recently given birth or who is pregnant is protected from discrimination, at work and in her day to day life. Discrimination occurs when a woman is treated less favourably than others because of her pregnancy or maternity....

How short is a short marriage?

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How long is a short marriage and how should the assets be divided? The first has not been answered but the second has – effectively, with fairness.  Yesterday guidance was provided by the Court of Appeal on how it may be possible to divide...

Does the general election result spell the end of the Human Rights Act 1998?

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On Wednesday 7th June 2017, a day before the election, Theresa May announced her intention to “rip up human rights laws”. It was largely announced in line with the fight against terrorism, although repealing the Human Rights Act 1998 has long...

Importance of shareholders agreements

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A shareholders agreement is an agreement between the owners of private company that is limited by shares. The purpose of the document is to regulate various aspects of the ownership of the business, how the business is run and protects the owners on a day...

Discrimination by service providers

Maria Chadwick
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If you have been the victim of discrimination by a service provider , you may have a claim under the Equality Act 2010. What is a service provider? A service provider can be a company, organisation or business which offers goods, facilities and/or...

Diabetes Awareness Week - 11th - 17th June

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Diabetes is one of the leading causes of amputation of the lower limbs throughout the world.  Diabetes UK notes that problems of the foot are the most frequent reasons for hospitalisation amongst patients who have diabetes. There are more than 20...

Can claims for discrimination be brought against a housing association?

Maria Chadwick
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A claim for discrimination under the Equality Act can be brought in the County Court against housing associations. A housing association is classed as a service provider for the purposes of the Equality Act 2010, as they offer, goods, facilities...

Time limits for accident abroad claims

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If you are unfortunate enough to be involved in a road traffic accident in a foreign country, it is vital you bear in mind the time period applicable to that country for you to bring your claim. The term limitation period refers to the time period you...

Inheritance tax changes - is your plan up to date?

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Inheritance tax revenue is growing at an alarming rate. According to the latest statistics available from the Office for National Statistics, approximately £3.825 billion in inheritance tax was paid in the 2014-2015 tax year, compared with...

Council fined £150,000 for data privacy breach

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Basildon Council has recently been fined £150,000 by the Information Commissioner’s Office (“ICO”) following a breach of data protection which led to the online publication of a family’s sensitive personal data.   ...

How much is too much in divorce proceedings?

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How much is too much, when paying for lawyers in financial proceedings?   The starting point for anybody in dispute about the division of assets following divorce - and considering going to court to fight about it - is to ask that very question....

Rogue breast surgeon who 'committed grotesque, violent acts' jailed for 15 years

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Following on from Gemma Crompton’s blog on 3 May 2017, Ian Paterson, who was a breast cancer surgeon, has been jailed for 15 years. He was found guilty of 17 counts of wounding with intent and three counts of unlawful wounding against...

Police misconduct - are the police really becoming more transparent?

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On 12 th March 2015, Theresa May announced proposed radical changes to the policing system, through the introduction of The Police (Conduct) (Amendment) Regulations 2012 (2015 amendments). The focus of the proposals suggested that more transparency and...

IVF treatment - workplace discrimination protection

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With a growing number of people having children later in life and the diversification of the “traditional” familial composition, IVF treatment is becoming more and more prevalent. In light of this it is important to examine what employment...