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Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill receives Royal Assent
This Act, which introduces a duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their employees in the workplace, will come into force in October 2024.
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The Growing Importance of Health and Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney’s At Any Age
The recent decision of In University Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust v ST and others [2023] EWCOP 40
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The statutory legacy on intestacy has increased – What does this actually mean?
New legislation recently brought into force by the government has increased that statutory legacy to £322,000 (previously £270,000) and has also amended the provisions applying as to how a person’s estate is distributed, where they die without a Will.
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What makes a trust a valid trust?
A trust is used by many individuals to control how their assets are managed either during their lifetime or after their death, depending on what type of trust is created.
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The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 – A Brief Overview
The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (Act) affects UK companies and businesses by aiming to improve transparency and accountability to strengthen the regime around the prevention of money laundering and fraud.
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Mutual Trust of Confidence: case update
In a recently reported Tribunal decision of Fekete v Citibank it was decided that the claimant’s conduct was a fair reason for his dismissal as his conduct resulted in the breach of Citibank’s trust and confidence.
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The Who, What, When, Why and How…of EMI Schemes
Enterprise Management Incentive Schemes (“EMIs”) are employee share options that enjoy favourable tax treatment. They are specifically targeted at small, higher-risk trading companies.
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What is Clare’s Law?
Clare’s Law gives you the right to ask about your husband, boyfriend or partner’s background….
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A Guide to Business Contracts
What is the purpose of a business contract? A business contract is a legally enforceable…
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No Time Like the ‘Present’ – Children Arrangements during Christmas
Every year, we see parents take advice too late regarding any issues or disputes about Christmas arrangements. These conversations can be difficult at the best of times and are only exacerbated by time pressures. It is better to start having the conversations as soon as possible to leave you sufficient time to take legal advice, if required.
