All online harassment is unacceptable, in any context

A recent ruling has determined that targeting individuals online, even on a private group chat,…

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Take care when painting non-compete clauses with a broad brush

Protecting hard-won local customer networks is a constant and necessary battle for commercial suppliers. However,…

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Don’t let discrimination lead to resignation or risk facing career compensation

A recent ruling has cleared the path to uncapped financial compensation following a forced resignation.…

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Where do we draw the line between free speech and racism?

The volatile boundary between workplace speech, belief, and discrimination was recently ignited in a case…

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The corporate manual, not time and motion studies, defines employment roles

Equal pay claims can grind on for years before resolution. However, the ground has shifted…

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Where a formal job offer effectively creates a binding contract

In the world of HR, the ubiquitous disclaimer "subject to references" is often viewed by…

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Legal tribunal and employment law consultation

Can a tribunal be fair after all is long said and done?

Employment disputes can drag on for years, which inevitably raises the question of how long…

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Employee stress and workplace harassment issue

A pattern of workplace harassment may be treated as a continuous event

A pivotal ruling has raised a protective umbrella over those impacted by a toxic workplace…

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Preparing for a new employment

Preparing for a new employment landscape in 2026/27: Further protections

Annual leave & holiday pay (effective April 2026) From 6 April, the Employment Rights Act…

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Preparing for a new employment landscape in 2026: "Day One" Entitlements

Preparing for a new employment landscape in 2026: “Day One” Entitlements

Paternity Leave As of Monday, 6 April 2026, the Employment Rights Act (ERA) 2025 will…

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When is a “self-employed” contractor a de facto employee?

The employment status of a former bricklayer was recently called into question in establishing liability…

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Why disregarding the minimum wage constitutes modern slavery

The National Minimum Wage (NMW) Act 1998 remains contentious, especially after the introduction of the…

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Intimidating claimants with costs orders may be at an end.

A claimant made allegations of unfair dismissal, discrimination, and detriment resulting from whistleblowing. While his…

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Employee Benefit Trust Taxable Income

Payments made into employee benefit trusts constitute taxable income

A Tribunal recently ruled that payments made for work into a third-party trust constitute immediate…

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Discretionary Bonuses

Take care when labelling a bonus as discretionary in a contract

The High Court recently ruled on the interpretation and enforceability of "discretionary" bonus provisions in…

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