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Reform of stalking law on the cards, but how meaningful will it be in the Courts?
Feb
There have been reports this morning that an independent parliamentary enquiry into the law which protects victims of stalking will deliver a conclusion today that the current legislation is not fit for purpose. The enquiry will suggest that there be a fundamental reform by the implementation of...
2012’s new laws and their impact on business owners. Part one: employment law
Jan
I was recently asked to deliver a presentation on the new laws that are coming into force in 2012 and how they will affect business owners. Following positive feedback from the business people present at the event, I thought it would be useful to summarise the presentation into a series of blog...
How much is my personal injury claim worth?
Jan
When you are making a decision as to whether or not to pursue a personal injury claim , one thing that will inevitably cross your mind is the potential award you would receive if your claim was successful. An award for a personal injury claim will depend on the severity of the injury, the part...
As the Legal Services Act comes into force, what is the future for high street law firms?
Oct
Well, it has happened. Last week saw the highly controversial Legal Services Act 2007 come into effect. ABS' have arrived and as of the 6th October 2011, the media dubbed 'Tesco Law' became a reality. According to the Justice Minister Jonathan Djanogly, the act coming into...
Countdown to Agency Workers Regulations - are you ready?
Sep
From 1st October 2011, temporary agency workers will be afforded certain new rights under the Agency Workers Regulations. Businesses that employ agency workers need to be aware of the new regulations are advised to make provisions for the new law coming into force. There will be two sets of...
