In December 2023, the UK and Switzerland signed the Berne Agreement, a groundbreaking mutual recognition agreement ("MRA") designed to enhance cross-border financial and insurance services.

This article answers some frequently asked questions. With the current climate change emergency at the forefront of many businesses' minds...

The phrase ‘material breach' has no set legal meaning unless given one in a contract.

APP (Authorised Push Payment) Fraud continues to be a devastating everyday issue for individuals and businesses alike.

Fraud is something to be carefully considered when it is raised as a concern by a client. I write as I have had several enquiries recently where the spectre of fraud has been centre of the initial instructions.

On 13 February 2023, the Claimant contacted ACAS, four days prior to her dismissal which took place on the 17 February 2023. A claim for automatic unfair dismissal against our client was submitted to the Tribunal...

The recent judgment in Phoenix v The Open University saw the Employment Tribunal uphold the majority of Professor Phoenix's claims against her former employer for direct...

Last week the government published a list naming and shaming over 200 employers for failing to pay the National Minimum Wage (‘NMW') to 63,000 workers...

The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) judgment in AECOM v Mr Mallon demonstrates the importance of employers considering all options for reasonable adjustments, including for job applicants.

This year, Mental Health Awareness Week is from 13 – 19 May. The annual initiative led by the Mental Health Foundation encourages us to talk about mental health and reminds us of the importance...

Tesco Chairman, John Allan, has recently been accused of inappropriate behaviour towards four female employees, which he wholly denies. Although it seems obvious now, behaviour...

A recent decision in the Employment Appeal Tribunal has confirmed the importance for employers of being clear about who the decision maker is and what influences their final decision during the dismissal process.

The Employment Tribunal's decision in Mr F Edreira v Severn Waste Services Limited has sparked public attention. Mr Edreira, a 66-year-old man, alleged that he had faced age...

The Treasury Committee's "Sexism in the City" report highlights widespread sexual harassment in the financial sector, urging firms to adopt zero-tolerance policies, improve reporting processes, and enhance training ahead of new legal requirements.

This April is Stress Awareness Month, which aims to increase awareness of both the contributory factors and solutions to workplace stress.

Intrusive weeds and poisonous nuts are always a worry when purchasing or selling property, especially rural and equestrian property. Whilst intrusive weeds such as Japanese Knotweed...

It is becoming increasingly more common for couples to move in together and start pooling resources (both capital and income) in order to improve standards of living.

The festive season poses challenges for divorced or separated parents. Effective co-parenting strategies, open communication, and prioritizing children's well-being are essential for a harmonious holiday experience.

Collaborative law is a legal process that works within family law that enables parties to take a positive decision to work together, with the support of their solicitors, to reach an agreement.

Many clients contemplating divorce ask whether they will have to share a current or future inheritance. The answer is that it depends.