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Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023: new legislation in force
The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023 came into effect on 6th April 2025, making Neonatal Care Leave a day-one right. Our employment law solicitors explain how the new...
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Changes to Statutory Sick Pay: an employer’s guide
Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) is set to change, following a series of consultations between the Government and key stakeholders. The new rules include making it a day-one right for employees...
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Leaving a charity legacy in your Will
Writing a Will is something we all need to do. The process of writing helps us to think about what we want to happen when we die and who we...
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How to report an accident at work
Accidents at work are one of the most common claims for personal injury. In this blog, Samantha Castle, explains the importance of reporting an accident at work and how this...
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How to register an LPA with the Office of the Public Guardian
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document created by someone (the Donor) to give another person (the Attorney) the right to make decisions on their behalf, should...
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Can you claim for a dog bite injury?
There were over 30,594 dog attacks recorded by the police in England and Wales in 2023, an increase of 12,067 compared to 2018. Dog bites range from minor nips to...
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A company, organisation or individual who occupies a property or premises has a duty of care to the people who visit it. This duty of care is known as ‘occupiers’...
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What is the Family Mediation Voucher Scheme?
This blog was originally published in May 2021 and updated in February 2025. The Mediation Voucher Scheme was first rolled out in 2021 to help families avoid going to court....
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What happens to pets in a divorce?
This blog was originally published in January 2022 and updated to reflect recent case law in March 2025. It’s estimated that 57% of the UK population own a pet, and...
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Employment law changes coming up in April 2025
2025 will see many new employment law changes come into effect, with a focus on better pay and higher National Insurance. Employment law solicitor, Samatha Castle, recaps the key changes...
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Employment Rights Bill amendments to mark a huge generational change
The Employment Rights Bill introduced fairer measures for zero-hour workers. Now, it’s set to be amended even further; over 200 pages worth, in fact. Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner, has...
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The law on e-scooters: where are we now?
Since the launch of the Government’s e-scooter trial in the West of England in 2020, the use of e-scooters across Bristol has become increasingly popular with the majority of users...
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