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May

2020

Furlough Scheme Extended until the end of October!

Written by Emma-Louise Hewitt

Rishi Sunak has announced that the scheme is going to be extended for four months, until the end of October 2020. It is said that until the end of July, there will be no changes to the scheme, however from August to October 2020, the scheme will...

May

2020

To Return or Not to Return – That is the Question?

Written by Emma-Louise Hewitt

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Advice for employers and employees on the big return to work question So Boris Johnson is now actively encouraging those who cannot work from home to return to work, but for those who can work from home, to remain working...

May

2020

COVID-19 – Court of Appeal rules on status of furloughed employees

Written by Emma-Louise Hewitt

Many companies have entered administration in response to the COVID-19 crisis but have retained furloughed employees in the hope that they will emerge from lockdown to a brighter future. In a case which will have major consequences for vast numbers...

May

2020

Actively encouraged to return to work... Covid-19 lockdown easement

Written by Emma-Louise Hewitt

That is what Boris Johnson said last night, if you cannot work from home, you must be actively encouraged to return to work. However, the thought on many employees minds this morning is can my employer make me return to work if they do not have in...

May

2020

Man locked out of flat after his partner dies intestate

Written by Sydney Mitchell

If you die without making a will, there is a real risk that your loved ones may be left high and dry. In one case, a man who said that he was grieving over his partner’s death found himself bereft of legal rights and locked out of the flat they once...

May

2020

High Court refuses to countenance COVID-19 adjournment of five-week trial

Written by Leanne Schneide...

The extent of judicial determination not to allow the COVID-19 pandemic to derail the wheels of justice was revealed by the High Court’s refusal to adjourn a five-week insolvency trial which is due to take place at the height of the crisis. The case...

May

2020

Disability discrimination victim secures over £4.7 million in compensation

Written by Emma-Louise Hewitt

The consequences of discrimination in the workplace can be truly devastating and compensation awards to victims can be very substantial. In one case, a disabled bank worker who was stricken by a severe depressive disorder after suffering disability...

May

2020

Sydney Mitchell LLP announce senior promotions

Written by Karen Moores

Sydney Mitchell LLP, Top Tier Legal 500 Law Firm, is pleased to announce a number of senior promotions within the firm; rewarding hard work and determination. Karen Moores, Senior Partner, Sydney Mitchell LLP, commented: We are proud to announce...

May

2020

Woman run down by negligent lorry driver due substantial compensation

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Most road accidents happen in seconds, and working out their exact causes after the event is exceptionally difficult. However, a case in which a woman who was knocked down by a lorry won the right to substantial compensation showed the lengths to...

Apr

2020

Are you a tied publican wanting more freedom of choice? Read on!

Written by Shilpa Roopen U...

The relationship of pub companies to their tied tenants has always had the potential for abuse, but a statutory regime exists to ensure that tenants do not suffer unfair treatment. In one case, the High Court boosted a tenant’s hopes of being...

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Furlough Scheme Extended until the end of October!

To Return or Not to Return – That is the Question?

COVID-19 – Court of Appeal rules on status of furloughed employees

Actively encouraged to return to work... Covid-19 lockdown easement

Man locked out of flat after his partner dies intestate

High Court refuses to countenance COVID-19 adjournment of five-week trial

Disability discrimination victim secures over £4.7 million in compensation

Sydney Mitchell LLP announce senior promotions

Woman run down by negligent lorry driver due substantial compensation

Are you a tied publican wanting more freedom of choice? Read on!

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