Can an employee be forced to have the COVID19 vaccine?
February 1st 2021The widespread administration of the vaccine in the UK is good news for many employers to help working life slowly return to normal in time. But what if one of your employees refuses to have it? The big question being considered by Joanne Stronach Head of Employment Law and HR is – can an employer require its employees to have the COVID19 vaccine? The quick answer is that the Government…
Woman written out of father’s Will wins right to inherit his estate
January 28th 2021A woman has won the right to inherit her father’s estate after a “DIY Will” supposedly signed on his deathbed was ruled invalid. Rebecca Armstrong Solicitor in our specialist Will Claims team reports on this recent case. Terri Tibbles had been the sole beneficiary of a Will her father William wrote a year before he died. In a letter of wishes attached to that Will, Mr Tibbles said that Terri’s…
Will Your Business Qualify for Covid-19 Business Interruption Insurance?
January 21st 2021Mark Aspin Director and Head of Dispute Resolution provides an update. Since last May, we’ve been following the proceedings launched by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to add some clarity to the availability of “Business Interruption” (BI) insurance as a result of business closures as a result of the pandemic. Last September the High Court came to its conclusions, and as the national press has now reported the Supreme Court…
Government plans crackdown on ‘unfair’ employment clauses
January 11th 2021The government is considering a crackdown on what it describes as unfair employment contracts that restrict worker freedom. Joanne Stronach Head of Employment & HR reports. The measures could include banning the use of exclusivity clauses, which prevent workers from taking on additional work with other employers. This would apply to workers whose guaranteed weekly income is below the Lower Earnings Limit, currently £120 a week. The change would put…
How do I get to see my children?
January 9th 2021Most parents don’t need a court order setting out the arrangements for them to see their children. We would recommend that any separating parents try to agree the arrangements before the separation and tell the children together what is going to happen.
What personal injury compensation am I entitled to?
January 3rd 2021If you are successful in your claim you are entitled to compensation for your injuries to include your pain, suffering and loss of amenity.
How do I fund my personal injury claim?
January 1st 2021We will advise you on all funding options that may be available to include no win, no fee funding.
Personal Dispute: Can the neighbour block my access?
January 1st 2021Personal Dispute: Can the neighbour block my access? This will depend upon the facts of the case and a thorough review of your title deeds will be required before being in a position to advise. Once, if the neighbour does block your access then we can advise you on possibly obtaining an injunction but this will depend on the facts of the case. It may be necessary to act promptly,…
Can I choose my own Solicitor to act for me or do I have to use a Solicitor recommended by my insurance company?
January 1st 2021ou are free to choose whatever Solicitor you like, according to EU law.
What can I do to prevent the neighbour carrying out works on the boundary line? / Can I work on the boundary line?
January 1st 2021What can I do to prevent the neighbour carrying out works on the boundary line? / Can I work on the boundary line? There is a law known as the “Party Wall Act” which sets out a procedure for carrying out certain works at or near to a boundary. A surveyor can advise you if the Act is likely to apply – if so, it is important to comply with…
