Any creative work recognised as being an asset or physical property is referred to as Intellectual Property (IP) , and this covers four main areas – copyright, trademarks, design rights and patents. Matthew Fretten , Commerical Partner, says...
Any creative work recognised as being an asset or physical property is referred to as Intellectual Property (IP), and this covers four main areas – copyright, trademarks, design rights and patents. Matthew Fretten , Commerical Partner, says...
We are pleased to share the footage from our Employment Mock Tribunal on age dismissal, which was held in early November. Starring - Kate Fretten , Employment Partner, Paul Burton , Employment Solicitor, Ian Fretten , Senior Partner, Karen...
It’s a sad fact of life that an increasing number of people will lose their mental capabilities – and not only as they get older – it can happen to a young person, particularly if they have been involved in an accident. A recent estimate...
It’s a sad fact of life that an increasing number of people will lose their mental capabilities – and not only as they get older – it can happen to a young person, particularly if they have been involved in an accident. A recent estimate...
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Osborne, announced earlier this month the introduction of a new type of employment contract , known as an 'owner-employee' contract. Under this new type of contract, employees will give up their UK rights on...
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Osborne, announced earlier this month the introduction of a new type of employment contract , known as an ‘owner-employee’ contract. Under this new type of contract, employees will give up their UK rights...
Separate representation is when your mortgage lender uses a different conveyancing lawyer to the one who is acting for you. They will usually expect you to cover their legal fees which could run into hundreds of pounds on top of the fees you will pay for...
Separate representation is when your mortgage lender uses a different conveyancing lawyer to the one who is acting for you. They will usually expect you to cover their legal fees which could run into hundreds of pounds on top of the fees you will pay for...
Should an employment tribunal strike out a discrimination case after hearing only the Claimant's evidence? No, says the Employment Appeal Tribunal (“EAT”) in Timbo v Greenwich Council for Racial Equality . The employment tribunal had...
Should an employment tribunal strike out a discrimination case after hearing only the Claimant’s evidence? No, says the Employment Appeal Tribunal (“EAT”) in Timbo v Greenwich Council for Racial Equality . The employment tribunal had...
Adoption is a legal procedure whereby all parental rights and responsibilities for the child/children are permanently transferred from the birth parents or local authority, to the adoptive parents, by the Court. It is illegal in the UK to adopt a child...
Adoption is a legal procedure whereby all parental rights and responsibilities for the child/children are permanently transferred from the birth parents or local authority, to the adoptive parents, by the Court. It is illegal in the UK to adopt a child...
The most radical reforms to workplace pensions came into force on 1 October with the introduction of the automatic enrolment scheme . Under the scheme, employers are required to automatically enrol workers in a workplace pension scheme and make mandatory...
The most radical reforms to workplace pensions came into force on 1 October with the introduction of the automatic enrolment scheme . Under the scheme, employers are required to automatically enrol workers in a workplace pension scheme and make mandatory...
The Partners at Frettens are delighted to announce their recommendations in this year’s Chambers & Partners Legal Directory in an increased number of practice areas. The firm was recognised in four specialist areas of the 2012 directory,...
Can an employee be bound by post termination restrictions contained within an unsigned version of a contract of employment? Yes, says the High Court (Chancery Division) in FW Farnsworth Limited v Lacy , if the terms of that contract have been impliedly...
Can an employee be bound by post termination restrictions contained within an unsigned version of a contract of employment? Yes, says the High Court (Chancery Division) in FW Farnsworth Limited v Lacy , if the terms of that contract have been impliedly...