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Chattertons Solicitors & Wealth Management have welcomed back David John as a partner to its Dispute Resolution Team. The appointment further strengthens the firms Dispute Resolution presence in Boston as David brings with him a wealth of litigation...
1. COVID Vaccination – What can we do about those employees that refuse to have it? I consider this issue to unfortunately be a minefield for employers. The guidance keeps changing and Public Health legislation doesn't give employers the ability...
Sick pay policies have been hitting the headlines with many big-name employers withdrawing company sick pay benefits for staff who remain unvaccinated against Covid-19 and have to self-isolate. The highly infectious Omicron variant has led to mass absences...
There is still much uncertainty about the true impact of coronavirus on all aspects of our lives. Inheritance tax is no different, with the fallout of the pandemic affecting the value of estates, inheritance tax planning, and the valuation of business assets...
Chattertons Solicitors & Wealth Management, leading ‘Top 200’ law firm are delighted to announce 6 new partners and 6 new associates, following internal promotions. The announcement reflects the strength and depth of Chattertons talent and...
When horseplay between employees ends badly, can an employer be deemed liable? A recent Court of Appeal decision held not...but only on the facts of the case and it is still possible that an employer can be vicariously liable when horseplay between...
Divorce is never easy, and for many, it can be made even more stressful by having to give a reason why one of spouses is to blame for the divorce (such as adultery or unreasonable behaviour). However, from April 2022, divorce law is changing. Soon,...
Franchising in simple terms is a licence granted by a company (the 'franchisor') to an individual or company (the 'franchisee') to operate a business selling the franchisors' goods or services through use of the franchisors intellectual...
With the snow season kicking off in the UK, Europe, and beyond, many people will be flocking to ski resorts and snow activity sites once again. However, as with all sports, there comes a risk of injury. If you have been injured as a result of a skiing,...
The Government’s latest lifting of Covid-related restrictions, allowing business to return to the workplace, should mean worker welfare is a top priority according to health and safety experts. Ensuring workers and customers are protected from the...
On 6 th April 2022 the Apprenticeships (Miscellaneous Provisions) (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2022 come into force enabling a new alternative type of English apprenticeship offering more flexibility for employers in the creative and construction...
Whistleblowing legislation offers statutory protection for certain categories of individuals who have made a qualifying disclosure be this during their current employment or employment with their previous employer or after their employment has ended. The...
Employers should check they are having the right conversations to support those experiencing problems in the workplace because of the menopause. With growing numbers of women continuing in the workforce through middle age, and rising numbers of...
