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Our team of experts is here to share the latest legal developments, insights, and practical tips for you or your business. We cover a wide range of topics, including tech, software, AI, data protection, and compliance.

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December 20, 2021

Employment Status: Director and 40% Shareholder Not Employee in Rainford v Dorset Aquatics [2021]

A director and shareholder found not to be an employee

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December 10, 2021

Employee Copyright: Michael Penhallurick v MD5 Limited

If you're a software company include enhanced IP protection in your employment contracts

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November 5, 2021

Flexible Working Bill – Employee Rights Potentially Extended

A quick look at the Flexible Working Bill and its implications.

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September 8, 2021

Flexible Working: Estate Agent Awarded £185,000 for Sex Discrimination

Flexible working is not something that came about because of Covid-19. It is also a legally protected employee right.

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June 17, 2021

Employee References – A Guided Tour of Eventful Case Law

Employee references need to be handled with care. This article highlights some cases.

September 1, 2020

Dealing With Redundancy

Dealing with redundancy is stressful for both employers and employees. We're here to help.

March 28, 2020

COVID-19 Furlough Job Retention Scheme

In this blog we explain what furlough leave is and how the Job Retention Scheme introduced by the Government as a result of COVID-19 can help employers and employees. …

March 28, 2020

COVID-19 Employment Law Issues

COVID-19 has put unprecedented pressure on businesses and their staff and has raised various employment law issues. An awareness of government updates and employment law will help you weather the…

March 16, 2020

Statement of Employment Particulars: New Requirements for Employers

A statement of employment particulars is a written form that an employer must give an employee when the employee first starts working for the employer. From 6 April 2020 more…

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