The Employment Bill: Workers’ Rights in the UK
The UK Employment Bill, announced as a transformative piece of legislation, is set to reshape the employment landscape of workers’ rights and employer responsibilities. This Employment Bill, anticipated since the Queen’s Speech in 2019, represents the …
Becoming a Franchisee
There are various ways an individual or a company may enter the world of business ownership, such as becoming a franchisee. A franchise is the acquisition by a buyer (the franchisee) of the rights to operate a business from the original owner (the fran …
Defamation, negligence and privacy violations claimed against Netflix
The entertainment giant Netflix has been hit by a lawsuit shortly after the release of its drama, Baby Reindeer. The drama depicts the story of a struggling comic, Donny Dunn, being harassed and stalked by Martha Scott for many years. The series was wr …
Selling the Family Home during a divorce
Going through a divorce is an emotional and stressful time for both parties; it is crucial that you have a good understanding of what rights you have and the process entailed. We recommend that you contact a Solicitor at the beginning of the process. I …
Gender Discrimination in the Workplace
As we celebrate Pride, it’s a good moment to highlight how the legal landscape in the UK has evolved significantly over the years to protect the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals, but also emphasise that true equality requires continuous effort and vigilanc …
Prioritising Mental Health in the UK Workplace
In today’s employment landscape, the acknowledgment of mental health and wellbeing as integral components of workplace safety has gained significant traction. In the UK, employers bear not only the responsibility for physical safety but also a legal du …
6 Steps to buying your new build home
Pick the right home for you Developers and Development Sites vary widely as to how they work, what they offer and the development schemes available. Before committing to buying a new build property you should research the developer, visit the site and …
New Build vs Second Hand – The Pros & Cons
There are advantages and disadvantages when it comes to deciding between buying a new build or existing property. You will need to weigh up what factors are most important to you from your list of “must-have” features and which type of property ticks t …
Things to consider when buying a new home
Buying a new build home is a very exciting time, but can also be very daunting too, particularly given the timescales involved and the mountain of paperwork that comes as part of the purchase process. It is essential that you seek expert help and advi …
Right of privacy – Hugh Grant and The Sun
Celebrities have always had to navigate between the repercussions of being famous and their right to privacy. In particular, it is no mystery that celebrities often have disputes with newspapers in respect of articles they have published, or how they h …
