Q: What should I be aware of in my job advertisement? A: The first thing to note (as a general point to the whole recruitment exercise) is that, whilst not being employees (at this stage), applicants do have certain legal rights, the crucial one being...
Resolving Workplace Disputes This year we are looking at resolving workplace disputes and returning to last year’s popular format of providing a dramatic twist on the traditional seminar style lecture. Taking full advantage of our theatrical...
Employers need to be aware of changes to the national minimum wage come into effect from 1st October this year. The National Minimum Wage Regulations 1999 (Amendment) Regulations 2010 SI 2010/1901 will: Raise the principal rate of the national...
Employers need to be aware of changes to the national minimum wage come into effect from 1st October this year. The National Minimum Wage Regulations 1999 (Amendment) Regulations 2010 SI 2010/1901 will: Raise the principal rate of the national minimum...
In the recent case of Ahsan v Westmead Busienss Group Ltd , the EAT has confirmed that post-termination correspondence is not capable of negating an employment relationship. Instead, it held that the Employment Tribunal should consider what was agreed at...
In the recent case of Ahsan v Westmead Busienss Group Ltd , the EAT has confirmed that post-termination correspondence is not capable of negating an employment relationship. Instead, it held that the Employment Tribunal should consider what was agreed at...
Leaving a home standing empty can pose the threat of squatters, vandalism and theft. If your property is on the market but empty and taking a long time to sell, getting a tenant in may be a good option. If you decide to rent out your property, you have...
Leaving a home standing empty can pose the threat of squatters, vandalism and theft. If your property is on the market but empty and taking a long time to sell, getting a tenant in may be a good option. If you decide to rent out your property, you have...
The case of Munchkins Restaurant Ltd and anor v Karmazyn and ors is authority for the fact that where a claimant participated in sexual banter in the workplace, this does not preclude a tribunal going on to find that he or she suffered sexual harassment....
Frettens Solicitors and Princecroft Willis Chartered Accountants are holding a free seminar on saving tax and a drinks reception at Brokenhurst Manor Golf Club on 7th October 2010 between 5.30pm and 7.00pm. The seminar will look at tax efficient...
The case of Munchkins Restaurant Ltd and anor v Karmazyn and ors is authority for the fact that where a claimant participated in sexual banter in the workplace, this does not preclude a tribunal going on to find that he or she suffered sexual...
Frettens solicitors is delighted to report that it has been recognised in four specialist areas of The Legal 500 Guide to Legal Service 2010. The Legal 500 is an independent guide to law firms and has become the largest and most in-depth survey of the UK...
Contracts and agreements are a crucial part of any business and as such need to be created by an experienced commercial lawyer. A business contract is a legally binding written agreement between two or more parties and gives each party the opportunity to: ...
We are delighted to report that we have been recognised in four specialist areas of The Legal 500 Guide to Legal Service 2010. The Legal 500 is an independent guide to law firms and has become the largest and most in-depth survey of the UK legal market...
Contracts and agreements are a crucial part of any business and as such need to be created by an experienced commercial lawyer. A business contract is a legally binding written agreement between two or more parties and gives each party the opportunity to: ...
Selling a property can be a long process and many people aren’t aware of all the stages involved. The following document is given to all our conveyancing clients at the outset of a property transaction, but it is here for you to download at any...
Buying a property can be a complicated process and many people aren’t aware of all the stages involved, particularly for first time buyers. The following document is given to all our conveyancing clients at the outset of any property transaction,...
The government is planning to scrap the default retirement age in the UK from October 2011. Under the proposal, employers will not be allowed to dismiss staff simply because they had reached the age of 65. Activists, who have long campaigned against the...
The government is planning to scrap the default retirement age in the UK from October 2011. Under the proposal, employers will not be allowed to dismiss staff simply because they had reached the age of 65. Activists, who have long campaigned against the...