Marriage, civil partnerships, common-law spouses…there are lots of terms used to explain the living arrangements or relationship statuses of couples. Changes to the law in 2018 means that there have been amendments to what we may have formerly understood about legal unions. Read on for...
The impact of the COVID-19 crisis continues to be felt by employees and businesses alike. There have been changes in the law surrounding insolvency due to the current economic climate. However, this has not stopped companies entering liquidation altogether. Read on for all you need...
The loss of a job can be an upsetting and stressful time for any employee. It can cause financial distress, tensions in home-life and uncertainty about the future. If you are worried that you have been unjustly treated and want to know your rights, then...
Disputes between people are a frequent occurrence, and most are settled very comfortably. But what about more complex disagreements? Those where both parties feel they have been sorely wronged, and they want recompense? Is dispute resolution the way forward? Read on to learn all you...
Have you found yourself in a position where you were wrongfully accused of something or unfairly dismissed from your job? If you or a loved one needed to claim for unfair dismissal, would you know what to do? Would you know where to start? You...
Most of us will have had a disagreement in the workplace or differing opinions on how things should be done. It is human nature to have varying views and to want to express how we feel. Is Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) the ultimate solution? According...
Alternative dispute resolution (ADR), or external dispute resolution (EDR), refers to a collection of dispute resolution methods in which two parties reach a collective agreement outside of the courtroom. These methods often require the help of a third party and have been increasing in popularity...
What is Corporate Insolvency? A company is insolvent if it is unable to pay its debts as they fall due (cash-flow insolvency), or has liabilities which exceed its assets (balance–sheet insolvency). The Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill 2020 These are challenging times for businesses and...
The news and social media are rife with heart-wrenching stories about the unnecessary and brutal killing of George Floyd. Peaceful protests are being held across the world in response to the death of Mr Floyd at the hands of police officers in Minneapolis, USA. Mr...
The end of any relationship can be a strenuous and challenging time. Rife with emotion and stress, especially when the split has been particularly acrimonious. These feelings are compounded when children are involved. We have sadly seen many cases where offspring get caught in the...
You’ve found yourself the victim of wrongdoing. You’re angry, out-of-pocket - incensed even. You want to do something about your maltreatment, the blatant disregard the culprit has for your feelings and well-being. But you can’t. Your fear is stopping you. You’re not alone. We have...
Any separation or divorce can be a painful and tumultuous time, especially when children are involved. You’re not alone if you are finding hurt and bad feelings getting in the way of their best interests. If you are trying to negotiate the future wellbeing of...
Many people may have heard the term gross misconduct or may even know someone dismissed for this reason. This topic is so vast and varied and can be a difficult concept to grasp. So, we are here to break it down for you! Read on...
You may have recently seen many articles and news reports referring to insolvency and the changes in the law surrounding it. These adjustments have been brought about by the fallout of the COVID-19 epidemic and the economic impact it has caused globally. These are difficult...
Lord Alan Sugar makes it seem OK to do, but a simple, "you're fired!" declaration to any employee will not wash in real life. Beyond the realms of television, immediate dismissal does exist! However, instantly lawfully firing an employee involves more than the point of...
Domestic violence refers to a type of unacceptable and violent behaviour. Abusers use forceful actions to exert control or power over another being, with their treatment being coercive, threatening and degrading. A common misunderstanding is that this type of behaviour happens solely between two people...
The Eviction Process Before starting the process to evict a tenant, you will need to determine which type of possession you need. • Standard Possession: Used when the tenant is in rent arrears • Accelerated Possession: Used for all other evictions, except for unpaid rent...
What is Constructive Dismissal? Constructive dismissal is when an employee is forced to resign from their role due to the actions, or inactions, of their employer. Several facets can constitute constructive dismissal, and these can include: An employer altering an aspect or several aspects of...
What is a Settlement Agreement? A settlement agreement is simply a contract put in place to stop employees from instigating claims against their employers. These can often be referred to as termination agreements, gagging clauses or, with the more colloquial term, ‘a golden goodbye’! A...
What is wrongful dismissal? Wrongful dismissal, wrongful termination or wrongful discharge are when a person’s contract of employment is terminated. This may happen in a manner which breaches one or more conditions of their employment contract or for reasons which constitute a breach of employment...
