Paul Burton discusses Unfair Dismissal and Redundancy. He looks into the case of Aramark (UK) Ltd v Fernandes, and answers the question: When is Redundancy fair?
The Firm's Employment Solicitor Chris Dobbs breaks down ACAS Uplifts.
Malcolm Niekirk, Frettens' resident Insolvency Guru, looks at a technical aspect of insolvency law, and one that is sure to become more prevalent in the coming months.
The recent return of Crown Preference has implications for insolvency set off, which he addresses in this article.
Paul Burton details the upcoming changes to the National Minimum Wage.
Christchurch Town Council is developing a new neighbourhood plan, a process that Frettens are delighted to be involved in.
Frettens welcome our first new team member of 2021, Cameron Hearn has joined the Marketing team as a Digital Marketing Apprentice.
Insolvency Guru, Malcolm Niekirk, looks at the lightweight insolvency protocols, examining the pros, cons, and alternatives. What is different about a light touch administration? When can you use one?
A redundancy is a dismissal as a result of a workplace closing down or the employer needing fewer employees to do work of a particular kind. Chris Dobbs looks at a recent case where unfair dismissal was claimed.
Further changes to the government’s COVID eviction laws were announced on Friday night and have attracted a mixed response. Anthony Eaton, Landlord and Tenant specialist, provides an overview.
Paul Burton discusses Whistleblowing and Protected Disclosure, giving his specialist view on the topic.
What are the new leasehold reforms? When will they come into effect and how will they impact leaseholders?
Lease Extension and Enfranchisement specialist, Niki Adkins, gives an overview of the 'biggest reform to the UK property market in 40 years'.
Frettens have signed the lease on additional office space in Ringwood, two years after opening their first office in the town.
Chris Dobbs, solicitor in our specialist Employment & HR team, looks at the options for employers and employees when balancing working from home with childcare. Can workers be furloughed for childcare? What are the unpaid leave entitlements?
In response to the latest national lockdown, HM Treasury has announced an extension of several of the support schemes for businesses affected by the pandemic. Chris Dobbs provides an overview.