Hot topic – Deciding on “heat of the moment” actions
In an ideal world, things would evolve in an orderly fashion. Resignations would be in writing after a period of…
Procedural move to stop defendants twisting in the wind
The latest update to the Civil Procedure Rules (by way of the Civil Procedure (Amendment No. 3) Rules 2023 SI…
Employment law changes – what’s on the horizon?
So many changes to employment law have been announced lately that you can be forgiven if you are struggling to…
Employer had constructive knowledge of disadvantage due to failing to ask for information
In many disability discrimination cases it is important for an Employment Tribunal to consider what an employer knew and when.…
Sexual harassment in the workplace
The recent allegations about Russell Brand and the ongoing saga involving Luis Rubiales illustrate why it is important for employers…
Important holiday pay case – Agnew
If you are an employer still looking for that Brexit benefit you may find it in the current review of…
The Top 5 Resignation Myths
We are often asked to advise employers on situations involving employees who resign or threaten to resign. Unfortunately, there are…
Legal directory success for MWB’s employment team
Legal directory success for MWB’s employment team It is that time of year when the legal directories announce their rankings…
Supporting an animal sanctuary after third-party property damage
We successfully resolved a standstill in negotiations between insurers and an animal conservation sanctuary, after the charity was left with…
Three times as many South East homes could be burdened by inheritance tax freeze
Revealed: Three times as many South East homes could be burdened by inheritance tax freeze A house bought in the…
Document found in Aretha Franklin’s couch is a valid Will
Jury Rules Document Found In Aretha Franklin’s Couch Is A Valid Will A Michigan jury has ruled, after a 2-day…
What is the Statutory Legacy Change?
From Wednesday 26th July, the government is changing the ‘Statutory Legacy’ sum from £270,000 to £322,000, which means if a…