The case of Tyerman v NHS Digital is another recent case, which demonstrates the onus on employers to consider reasonable adjustments for job applicants.

As the cost-of-living crisis continues and increased mortgage rates thrive, it is not unusual for an individual to require some financial assistance from a family member in order to purchase a property.

Birmingham City Council has reached an agreement to settle approximately 6,000 equal pay claims filed by both current and former workers over the past four years. The settlement, reached in collaboration with Unison.

The creditor duty refers to the duty of directors to consider and give appropriate weighting to the interests of creditors during the event that the company is approaching insolvency, or when the directors...

Selling to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) is an ever popular method of disposing of your shares in a tax efficient way, whilst also providing your employees with a greater...

Maintaining an up-to-date register of members is crucial under the Companies Act 2006, as emphasized by a recent Court of Appeal case. The register legally defines membership, affecting shareholder rights like voting on resolutions, and is a statutory requirement for all companies.

For any overseas entity which has registered on the Register of Overseas Entities, the time is fast approaching to file their first annual update statement

Herrington Carmichael's specialist healthcare M&A team were delighted to assist the sellers of Simplee Ceramics Ltd on their successful sale to Corus Dent UK Ltd ("Corus")...

A recent Employment Tribunal decision highlights the importance of maintaining employee safety and professional...

A Northern Ireland Court of Appeal ruling could lead to a further development in how much employees can claim in relation to holiday pay claims.

Mr Graham worked as a salesperson for Swansway Garages (the "Company"), a car dealership for three years, while also working part-time as a Father Christmas at a local grotto.

The Rising Importance of Lasting Powers of Attorney for the Younger Generations. Many adults mistakenly believe that Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) only become necessary when they reach an older age.

The Government made their intention to reduce net migration in the UK very clear on 4th December 2023, as the Home Secretary set out their five-point plan to reduce net migration.

When a company is insolvent, the directors of a company are under a duty to protect the interests of the company's creditors.

This week, 5 – 11 February 2024, is National Apprenticeship Week across the UK. The purpose of this time dedicated specifically to apprenticeships is to celebrate both businesses and apprentices...

For many of us, Christmas is a much needed chance to pause for breath, to enjoy precious time with family and friends and to reflect on the year that has gone by.

The law for landlord and tenants is constantly changing. As such it is vital that landlords make themselves aware of the changes...

Many landlords want certainty about their future use of a property once their tenant's lease term expires.

Has a child ever asked you how Santa fits down the chimney? Has this ever made you wonder who would be liable if the chimney stack collapsed and your party...

In July 2024, the Labour government announced two new Bills in the King's Speech: the Digital Information and Smart Data Bill and the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill (CSRB). The CSRB aims to modernize the UK's cybersecurity framework, expanding the scope of protections, enhancing regulatory powers, and increasing incident reporting requirements. This reform is designed to align with the EU's NIS2 Directive and Cyber Resilience Act, addressing recent high-profile cyber incidents and improvin