The UK government's latest naming and shaming list reveals 658 companies that failed to pay workers the minimum wage, including major retailers like B&Q and Five Guys. Understanding how these breaches occur—from salary sacrifice schemes to miscalculated working time—is crucial for businesses seeking to avoid hefty penalties and reputational damage. With the Fair Work Agency now enforcing compliance and penalties reaching 200% of underpayments, companies must urgently review their payment systems

Joint V Law Societies show grave concern about PSYROC proposal and are urging the SRA to reverse their decision.

Private companies with sole directors find themselves in a state of uncertainty regarding the authority of their sole director to manage effectively.

In this article we look at what impact recent pension taxation changes might have on how employers provide this valuable benefit.

As we get into the height of the summer, and in another year of record-setting heat, it is important that all employers understand...

James Barry was awarded over £700,000 pursuant to his exposure to noise in the course of his employment with the Ministry of Defence.

Unlike in England and Wales, Scotland has specific legislation to protect the interests of cohabitants who are parties who are living together as if a husband...

As we highlighted in a previous insight, England has no specific statutory provision for cohabiting couples. The scope of the law is therefore very limited. If there are property disputes,...

Weightmans seeks to explore the causes and legal rights people have across England and Wales when seeking to leave an abusive relationship.

We provide some top tips for separated parents planning to take children abroad.

The definition of a ‘contentious probate dispute' is fluid and can encompass a wide variety of disputes. Our guide below sets out the types of contentious probate disputes that can often arise...

The Office of National Statistics reported in 2022 that 42% of the wealth held by households in Great Britain is held in pensions.

Could your family history hold the key to obtaining British citizenship? Our experts explain how historical nationality laws, Commonwealth connections and modern legal reforms can create unexpected routes to citizenship, even when no obvious immigration solution exists.

We examine the annual BRC surveys findings and consider the implications for retailers and their employees.

On 4 April 2023 HHJ Timothy Parker handed down judgment in this important case with regard to the judge's findings on the causal link, or lack thereof, between a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI)...

This action was heard before Sheriff Fyfe on 13 December 2022 in ASPIC. The incident concerned a trip over loose baskets in a supermarket.

Following the Bill through Parliament we look at the scope of the Bill, the legal requirements and offer some tips to help you prepare your business.

In this guide to Section 25 Notices, we explain their purpose, legal requirements, serving methods, and effective responses in various contexts.

There are a number of developments in transport regulation which are expected to be under a particularly bright spotlight this coming year...

The number of people getting remarried is on the rise. It is important for these people to understand the legal and financial implications...