Changes to Intestacy Law
From 1st October 2014 the law relating to intestacy changed. The intestacy provisions provide a framework outlining what happens to a person's estate when they die without a will. The main changes to the Intestacy…
Should I Fight Or Settle?
An HR Manager talks to Glenn Jaques, Employment Law Partner, about ACAS early conciliation. Q. We have recently terminated the Contract of Employment of one of our employees and have received a call from an ACAS…
Delays In Cancer Diagnosis
Waiting for results informing whether or not you have cancer is an excruciating time, for all concerned. At such pivotal moments we look to the medical profession to do all they can, as quickly as they can, in a…
Landowners - Take A Look At Your Trees
A recent case in the High Court focussed on what duties are owed by anyone who owns land on which there is a tree (Stagecoach South Western Trains Ltd v Hind and another). If you have any trees in your garden you…
The Legal 500 Recommends Wake Smith In 10 Practice Areas
he latest edition of The Legal 500, the leading legal directory, recognises one of South Yorkshire's leading law firms, Wake Smith LLP, in 10 different areas as well as key lawyers for their ability to represent private and business clients.
Equality Act - Company Board Appointments
The Equality and Human Rights Commission has just published guidance for companies on the Equality Act 2010 and Board appointments. The 20 page guide is accessible on the website at www.equalityhumanrights.com. Key…
Residential Landlords To Check Immigration Status Of Tenants
The Immigration Act 2014 has introduced a requirement for landlords of private rented accommodation to conduct checks to establish that new tenants have the right to rent in the UK. Landlords who rent to illegal…
Employment Victory For Sheffield Market Staff
Sheffield Market staff has been successful in a long-running case which has now been heard in the Employment Appeal Tribunal. Twelve Sheffield Market Patrol Officers were employed by Sheffield City Council in the…
Are You Ready For Flexible Working For All?
Overview With effect from 30 June 2014, the right to request flexible working arrangements will be extended to all employees with at least six months' continuous service. The right currently applies to parents…
The Children and Families Act 2014
The Children and Families Act 2014 came into force on the 22nd April 2014. The changes are significant for family lawyers but the changes do impact on clients. So what's new? Now, within divorce proceedings,…
