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Permanent Health Insurance 'PHI' claims feature in a recent judgment from Scotland's Court of Session Inner House, (equivalent to the Court of Appeal), it has now been established that an employee who has been dismissed can bring a claim for...
These risks are not always obvious. They often sit in standard boilerplate clauses that are skimmed over – only resurfacing when a deal goes wrong. Any effective negotiation should include these clauses, addressing them confidently, without stalling...
Pub chain J D Wetherspoon has been ordered to pay more than £25,000 in compensation after an employment tribunal concluded that it failed to make appropriate adjustments for an employee with autism during a disciplinary process. Background In ...
This blog outlines the most common and often overlooked situations where Attorneys must seek additional authority, along with practical guidance on preparing an application. Although an LPA gives Attorneys wide powers to manage a person’s property and...
It depends why, says the Employment Appeal Tribunal , in yet another case where social media posts have led to a clash between freedom of expression and an employer's wish not to risk offending clients: in Ngole v Touchstone Leeds the Claimant, who...
In Chand v EE Limited the employee had a clean 16-year record. After 4 separate incidents during customer interactions over several months in 2022, the employer dismissed her over policy breaches and allegations of fraud. The Employment Tribunal found...
From October 2026, Trades Union will have the right of access to workplaces, even if the employer does not currently recognise a Trade Union. The right of access allows unions to meet, support, represent, or organise workers (not just union members) and to...
As the new tax year has started, most Employment Tribunal award limits increased on 6 th April 2026 in line with inflation: 1. Raised bands for injury to feelings awards: These new bands apply to new discrimination or detriment claims presented to a...
The Employment Rights Act 2025 is introducing the biggest changes to employment law in England, Wales and Scotland. These changes are being introduced gradually across 2026 and 2027 giving employers and employees the time to prepare and understand the...
Japanese Knotweed continues to be one of the most contentious issues when buying and selling houses. Its presence can significantly impact property value, mortgageability, and the progress of a transaction, making it essential for both buyers and...
The Lawnet Spring / Summer 2026 edition of Business First Magazine is out now. We are delighted to have three articles featured from Rizwana Akhtar , Michelle Cox & Jenny Horsley . View the publication here ! ...
When someone makes a will, they place a great deal of trust in the people they appoint to carry out their wishes. Two of the most important roles in this process are those of executor and trustee. While they are often discussed together, and frequently...
Chattertons is pleased to announce Rachel MacLean has been promoted to Head of Family, strengthening the firm’s highly regarded Family Law team. Rachael joined the firm in February and brings nearly 30 years’ of experience in family law,...
Employment law is constantly evolving, and even small updates can have a meaningful impact on day-to-day working life. Two updates that are particularly important for both employers and employees are the latest changes to the Vento Bands and Statutory Sick...
