Focus on phoney Wills - 05/Mar/2010
Susan Bateson, Head of Private Client, was interviewed by The Leeds & Yorkshire Lawyer magazine on spotting a fake Will. Read more …
Employers warned to reduce risks to lone workers - 18/Feb/2010
Lone working is more prevalent in the workplace, especially with employers facing pressure to cut costs. However a recent prosecution by the Health and Safety Executive sends out a clear reminder that failure to provide lone workers with adequate protection could carry a hefty price. Read more …
Workplace temperatures should be "reasonable" - 18/Feb/2010
With icy conditions something of a regular occurrence in most parts of Britain at the moment, employees may be complaining to employers about the temperature at work. Read more …
Change of role for pregnant worker can mean change of salary - 18/Feb/2010
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled that when a pregnant worker is transferred to another role under health and safety rules, she will not retain the salary from her usual role. Read more …
Late requests could result in lost holiday - 18/Feb/2010
The holiday saga continues with the latest decision now handed down by the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT). The case of Lyons -v- Mitie Security has provided confirmation that the right to statutory leave under the Working Time Regulations (WTR) is not without its limits. Read more …
Employees could be personally liable for anti-competitive acts - 18/Feb/2010
The so called "Bank Robber" principle has long been commonplace in the English legal system. This is the principle that a bank robber injured in a car crash cannot sue the getaway driver. This principle has been questioned in a recent case where a supermarket brought proceedings against ex directors. Read more …
Dress Codes and Discrimination - 18/Feb/2010
A staff dress code which did not permit employees to wear visible jewellery, including a religious cross is not indirectly discriminatory on grounds of religion. Read more …
Is an amicable divorce possible? - 18/Feb/2010
Everyone is influenced by their emotions but letting your heart rule your head during divorce proceedings could end up costing you both financially and emotionally. Using a solicitor allows you to take a step back from the raw emotion of dealing with divorce. A Resolution accredited solicitor's approach is tailored to obtain the best result for you in the most appropriate way. Problems are discussed and worked around to obtain a fair result for both parties and litigation is always treated as a last resort. Read more …
All Reasonable Endeavours - 03/Feb/2010
"Reasonable endeavours" is a phrase frequently used to impose a level of obligation on a party under a contract and accordingly, the phrases "all reasonable endeavours" and "best endeavours" are respectively used to infer greater levels of obligation on a party. However, without further definition, these phrases are not precise in terms of what is actually expected of a party imposed with such an obligation and this has often led to discussion and debate. Read more …
Duty To Inform and Consult When No Measures Envisaged - 25/Jan/2010
The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has recently made an important decision in relation to the Transfer of Undertakings Regulations 2006 (TUPE). Read more …
