Changes to the protection offered to pregnancy employees and those returning from maternity, shared parental or adoption leave. The Maternity Leave, Adoption Leave and Shared Parental Leave (Amendment) Regulations 2024 (SI 2024/264) (MASPA Regulations) came into force from 6 April…
When starting a new role, an agreement is reached between the employer and employee setting out the terms of employment. This may be amended throughout the course of employment with the agreement of both parties. Restrictive covenants in employment contracts…
Succession planning is often an overlooked aspect of running a business. The term refers to the strategy used to pass on leadership roles if an important person decides to retire or is unable to work or carry out their usual…
Domain protection can seem like a complicated proposal, and the technical side of it can be to those not familiar with the specifics. However, the implications of not maintaining this protection can have hugely negative impacts on a business and…
By Rachel Timms The Times recently reported that more than 2,000 families are under scrutiny by HMRC this tax year for potentially underpaying inheritance tax when dealing with a person’s estate. HMRC opened 2,029 investigations between April and November 2023…
In the case of The Motoring Organisation Ltd v Spectrum Insurance Services Ltd the High Court has held that an insurer was in breach of contract, fiduciary duties and confidence when it used confidential information provided to it ahead of…
by Michael Nadin - Employment law specialist Background Mr Fasano was employed by Reckitt Benckiser Health Ltd (RB Health). He was eligible to participate in a long term incentive plan (LTIP). The case related to an award of shares under…
by Rebecca Edmonds You have prepared LPAs that appoint attorneys who will make decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated. But have you given your attorneys all the necessary information to put them in the best possible position to…
Family mediation is a legal process that helps couples that are separating or divorcing to resolve practical issues such as child arrangements (where children will live and spend their time), shared finances such as mortgages, savings and pensions, as well…
Selling a shared ownership house or flat can be an easier and certainly faster process than selling a wholly owned property, but the steps required in order to do so differ greatly, which can make the process confusing. But how…