Covid Inquiry: Module 1 evidential hearings summed up Here is what happened during the six weeks of evidential hearings for the Covid Inquiry Module 1 evidential hearings Nicola Brook 20th July 2023
What are the 9 protected characteristics and how can we safeguard our employees from discrimination and harassment? Under the Equality Act 2010, there are 9 protected characteristics which are; age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. Hannah Dowd 17th July 2023
Manchester Arena Inquiry concludes with general observations from Chair The Chair of the Manchester Arena Inquiry addressed some outstanding matters and general observations before it came to a close Nicola Brook 5th July 2023
Is your child's teacher going on strike? What are your rights at work if you take time off for childcare? If you are affected due to your children’s school being closed, you do have a statutory right as an employee to take unpaid time off to look after your child. Hannah Dowd 5th July 2023
Travel Disruptions: What can employers do when employees can't get to work? With more rail strikes set to take place this month, our Employment Law Solicitors have answered some common questions from employers worried about their workers not getting to work Hannah Dowd 30th June 2023
Multiple NHS failings led to death of 27-year-old man, inquest finds A Bradford hospital trust has admitted it should have done more in the lead-up to the death of a patient. Lucie Boase 21st June 2023
Cross-Option Agreements: What are they and do I need one? Solicitor Jen Goodwin explains everything you need to know about Cross-Option Agreements including what they are and the benefits of them Jen Goodwin 20th June 2023
Recognising Financial Abuse of the Elderly On World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Head of Civil & Commercial Litigation, Andrew Leakey, looks at the issue of financial abuse of the elderly, and the issues that can arise following their death. Andrew Leakey 15th June 2023
How hot is too hot to work? Working in the heat is uncomfortable, but is it illegal? Employment law solicitor Hannah Dowd explains. Hannah Dowd 14th June 2023
Covid Inquiry begins first day of evidence as voices finally heard Voices of those who suffered the most during pandemic to finally be heard as UK Covid Inquiry officially opened for first day of evidence Elkan Abrahamson 13th June 2023
‘Public scrutiny’ forced change as Manchester Arena Inquiry comes to an end Solicitor Nicola Brook explains the importance of public inquiries as she says changes needed to save lives in future only happened due to ‘scrutiny’ in court Nicola Brook 7th June 2023
A handy guide to Court of Protection orders Frequently asked questions about Court of Protection orders Danielle Carter 6th June 2023