9th February 2022
In Smith v Pimlico Plumbers Limited, the Court of Appeal ruled that Smith, a worker who was previously wrongly classified as self-employed by Pimlico Plumbers, was entitled to holiday pay for the whole time he was engaged by the company. … Continue reading
21st December 2021
It’s all in the drafting So often in life we think something is so obvious that it doesn’t need saying so we don’t. Unfortunately, there are limits to which the courts will interpret what someone might or might not have … Continue reading
12th November 2021
How strong is your brand and does it need to be protected? Trade marks are the basis of a brand’s identity. To strengthen the brands’ identity, it is recommended that there is a dynamic approach taken to ensure the brand … Continue reading
19th August 2021
Murrell Associates boosts its property offering with the appointment of David Williams as a Partner. Niche commercial law firm Murrell Associates has appointed David Williams to their growing partnership. Previously part of Foot Anstey’s real estate team, David brings … Continue reading
15th July 2021
We recently featured an article about what employers can do to support women in the workplace as they go through the menopause. (see our original article here). As this resonated with a number of our audience, we wanted to explore … Continue reading
26th April 2021
“To win in the marketplace you must first win in the workplace” We have never lived in more uncertain times and for most, uncertainty breeds stress and anxiety. In addition, the way we work has shifted and so has our … Continue reading
29th March 2021
Following ‘that’ interview the drama continued with Piers Morgan taking exception to being called out on his behaviour. It culminated in him picking up his football and stomping off home. Although this particular incident hit the headlines because of who … Continue reading
18th March 2021
In 2019 Buckingham Palace advertised a vacancy within the Privy Purse and Treasurer’s Office for that of HR Manager. The blurb claimed that “No two days will be the same and you’ll face complex challenges.” I wonder if, at that … Continue reading
25th February 2021
The hot topic of conversation this week is surely the PM’s announcement on Monday and the ‘roadmap’ out of lockdown and a return to ‘normal’ life (whatever normal now is). Holiday companies are reporting an exponential surge in bookings since … Continue reading
24th February 2021
As the largest vaccination programme in British history is gathering pace the UK is almost daring to breathe a sigh of relief. However, whilst there is excitement and relief, there is also anxiety and concern about the vaccine. As the … Continue reading