Reasonable adjustments guide for employers
The duty to make reasonable adjustments can expose even the most reputable employers to legal and practical risks. A failure to understand the law and your obligations can result in unlawful treatment of individuals with disabilities, resulting in costly tribunal discrimination claims. In this guide for employers, we explain what reasonable adjustments are, with illustrative […]
Distribution Agreement: How Do They Work?
Distribution agreements are used between distributors and manufacturers to provide certainty and clarity within the commercial relationship. In this guide, we explain what an effective distribution agreement should include and consider the key areas of risk to be mitigated when drafting and relying on a distribution agreement. What is a distribution agreement? A distribution agreement is […]
Buying Commercial Property (Key Considerations!)
If you’re considering buying commercial property, there are many financial, practical and legal aspects to work through before committing to the transaction. In this guide, we examine some of the advantages and disadvantages of buying business premises, as well as the practicalities and legalities involved with purchasing commercial premises. What is classed as commercial […]
What is COSHH?
COSHH is a high-risk area of health and safety compliance for employers dealing with hazardous substances. The penalties for non-compliance with COSHH include prosecution and unlimited fines. In certain serious cases, for instance, where an individual died as a result of a breach of COSHH, the responsible persons may face imprisonment. In this guide, we […]
Rest Breaks at Work Rules
Rest breaks at work are important to support employee wellbeing, optimise workforce performance and, in many work environments, ensure safety. As such, employers have to give their workers appropriate breaks and opportunities for rest while at work. As an employer, if you fail to meet the minimum legal requirements, or to offer a suitable compensatory […]
How Long Does Conveyancing Take with No Chain?
Understanding how long conveyancing will take can help with the overall buying process, such as giving notice on a tenancy or planning renovation work and booking removal services or furniture. If you’ve found the property you want to buy, or have accepted an offer to sell, the likelihood is you will want to get moving […]
Statutory Paternity Pay Rules
If you’re planning to take time off work following the birth of your child or following adoption, you may be entitled to claim statutory paternity pay (SPP). What is statutory paternity pay? Statutory paternity pay is the money certain workers are entitled to after the birth of their child or adoption of a child to […]
Paternity Leave Form Guide
Qualifying employees have a statutory entitlement to take either one or two weeks’ off work as paternity leave. During this period, you may also be eligible for Statutory Paternity Pay (SPP). Employees are required to make their claim for paternity leave using the relevant paternity leave form. In this guide for expectant fathers, we explain […]
Defamation, Libel & Slander in the UK
Defamation law is about giving legal redress to an individual or organisation that has suffered substantial reputational harm as a direct result of something untrue said or written by someone else. It’s a complex area of law, turning specifically on the facts of the case. Anyone who believes they have been defamed may be able to […]
How to do right to work checks
The UK Right to Work regime is source of compliance risk for employers, with various ways to conduct a check, and with the rules subject to frequent change. But failing to follow the rules and to legal obligations can result in unwanted enforcement action. In this guide, we explain the rules you need to follow to […]
Conditional Order/Decree Nisi in Divorce
Obtaining a conditional order is a crucial stage of the divorce process in England and Wales. You will need a conditional order before you can apply for a final order to legally end your marriage. In this guide, we explain what a conditional order is in divorce proceedings and the process you will need to follow to […]
Final Order/Decree Absolute in Divorce
A final order is the last stage of the divorce process in England and Wales. In this guide, we explain what a final order is and the steps you will need to follow to obtain one to legally bring your marriage to an end. This guidance equally applies to anyone looking to dissolve their civil partnership. […]
Consumer Contracts Regulations: What Are Your Rights?
The Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 (CCR) apply to contracts made both on and away from business premises, as well as “at a distance”. There are also rules for businesses providing digital content. Known formally as the Consumer Contracts Regulations (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges), the regulations came into force in June 2014, replacing the Distance […]
Divorce Process Step By Step
No-fault divorce rules were introduced in the UK in 2022 to help make the divorce process more straightforward. Under this system, divorcing couples no longer have to cite grounds for divorce or attribute blame to be able to end their marriage. But the divorce process can still be both emotionally and financially demanding, particularly if the relationship […]
LLP vs Ltd: Differences Explained
LLPs and Limited companies are common types of business structures in the UK. Both are used to limit liability while offering flexibility, but there are also notable differences between the two. In this guide, we set out the key considerations of the LLP vs Ltd company structures to help determine which you should adopt for […]
Child Custody Rights & Making Child Arrangements
In this guide for parents, we explain the law on child custody and how to deal with child arrangements and residency issues. We also answer frequently asked questions to help you understand your child custody rights. What is child custody? Child custody, or residency, is dealt with by the family courts under child arrangements orders. […]
Right to Work Documents List
Every worker in the UK has to provide proof to their employer that they have the right to work. This requirement applies regardless of the worker’s nationality, residency status, age or race. UK employers are required by law to carry out right to work document checks prior to any candidate starting employment. To carry out […]
Consumer Rights Act 2015 FAQs
It’s a fact of life that things you buy may not always be as expected – whether the item is faulty, or damaged, or simply doesn’t do what it’s supposed to do. In these cases, you should be able to rely on protections under the Consumer Rights Act 2015. In this guide for consumers, we […]
What to Do if Your Car Hits a Deer
Every year, motor collisions involving deer are the cause of animal and human injuries and fatalities, as well as causing substantial damage to vehicles. Most drivers are aware that they must stop and report accidents, but what isn’t as well known is whether this rule also applies to animal-related incidents. In this guide for motorists, […]
How Do Overage Agreements Work?
Overage agreements, or ‘clawbacks’, allow the seller of land to secure additional payments from the buyer after the land has been sold. They are a type of contract used in circumstances where a seller is to be paid additional sums by the buyer if certain events happen within a specified timeframe, such as where it is thought the land […]