General Election 2019 – The Brexit Party “Contract with the People” – analysis of their employment promises
As the name suggests, the Brexit Party has one major focus within its manifesto (which is calls its “Contract with the People”). However, its polices also seek to attract investment and jobs in to the UK, proposing incentives which it states will drive …
General Election 2019 – Plaid Cymru Manifesto – analysis of their employment promises
As the largest Welsh party, Plaid Cyrmu’s policies are generally focused on increasing prosperity in Wales. There are few specific employment law policies, but those related to employment are as follows:- They will create, “tens of thousands of new job …
General Election 2019 – Labour Party Manifesto – analysis of their employment promises
It is usually the case that a change in government will usually bring about changes to employment law. It is not a sweeping generalisation to say that Labour policies generally look to improve protection for employees and that is particularly evident f …
General Election 2019 – Conservative and Unionist Party Manifesto – analysis of their employment promises
Whilst Brexit features prominently, the Conservatives Party 2019 Election Manifesto proposes to “make the UK the best place in the world to work” by making a number of changes to employment law and worker’s rights. If re-elected, their pledges include: …
Nirvana given permission to proceed with lawsuit against Marc Jacobs
Nirvana has accused the fashion house Marc Jacobs of copyright and trade mark infringement. Nirvana claims that Marc Jacobs is benefiting off their iconic yellow happy face logo. Nirvana alleges that the fashion line has ‘ripped off’ their logo by usin …
I have received a divorce application – what should I do?
Even when a separation is amicable, receiving an application for Divorce can be a very distressing experience and it can be difficult to know what you should do next. This article cannot replace the need for specific advice on your case, but will look …
Looking to buy a business? Make sure you get your Due Diligence done first!
When you decide to buy a business, the first thing you need to do is evaluate what you are purchasing – both the good (assets) and the bad (liabilities). The due diligence (DD) process is the pathway for you to: obtain information about the company – …
Director’s Duties – a duty owed to Shareholders?
Taking on the role of a company director brings with it a number of duties under the Companies Act 2006. They can be summarised as:- Duty to act within powers of the company’s constitution i.e. Articles of Association Duty to promote the success of the …
Scientist who created a ground-breaking diabetic tool awarded £2m after 13-year legal battle with former employers
A scientist has been awarded £2 million compensation by The Supreme Court after a 13-year legal battle. The claim was brought under section 40 of the Patents Act 1977. The Supreme Court overturned the previous decisions in the case and held that Profes …
What is legal privilege and can it be waived?
In litigation there are certain privileges which entitle parties to withhold producing evidence to other parties and the Court. Such evidence can be either written or oral. Legal advice privilege protects confidential communications between solicitors …
