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Nursery T&Cs what is hidden in there?

Nursery T&Cs what is hidden in there?

As parents we have a number of important decisions to make. One is who will look after and care for ...
Grandparents' rights

Grandparents’ rights

The legal recognition of a Grandparent, within Child Proceedings, has not sadly altered to reflect the change in society. More ...
Cohabitation Separation

Cohabitation Separation

It is a common misconception that a “common law marriage” is recognised in UK law; it is not.  Regrettably, irrespective ...
Maternity Leave and Pay: Know Your Rights!

Maternity Leave and Pay: Know Your Rights!

Pregnant employees are entitled to take 26 weeks’ Ordinary Maternity Leave and 26 weeks Additional Maternity Leave, irrespective of their length ...
Social Media in Recruitment

Social Media in Recruitment

Relying on social media in recruitment could expose you to a discrimination claim. Employers should aware of the risk of ...
Benefit to High Net Worth Individuals

Benefit to High Net Worth Individuals

An increasing number of Individuals are taking advantage of the fiscal and lifestyle advantages attainable by establishing residency in Gibraltar, which ...
Social Media in employment cases

Social Media in employment cases

Employee’s and Employer’s should be forewarned that Facebook, Twitter and other social media cites can lead to grievances, disciplinary action ...
Advice on Settlement Agreements

Advice on Settlement Agreements

The Government has responded to Law Society calls for clarification about the validity of compromise agreements (now known as Settlement ...
They think I am gay: Can I be discriminated against?

They think I am gay: Can I be discriminated against?

If I am treated less favourably because service providers or my employer THINKS I am gay, but doesn’t know for ...
Skype used in the Employment Tribunal

Skype used in the Employment Tribunal

The Reading Employment Tribunal is the first Tribunal known to have allowed a case to conclude via Skype. The Tribunal ...
Surrogacy: Becoming recognised parents

Surrogacy: Becoming recognised parents

Having a child is both an exciting and daunting prospect for any parent, but choosing to have a surrogacy arrangement ...
Recovering your debt if the debtor is abroad

Recovering your debt if the debtor is abroad

If you are a creditor you will still be able to recover your debt and the costs are not as ...
Difference between Separation & Divorce?

Difference between Separation & Divorce?

A divorce legally puts an end to your marriage and enables you to separate and legally divide your assets and ...
A Guide to Divorce

A Guide to Divorce

How long do you have to be married in order to apply for a divorce? You cannot start a divorce ...
Do you need to apply for an injunction?

Do you need to apply for an injunction?

An Injunction is an equitable remedy in the form of a Court Order that usually requires a person to do ...
Protecting your business name/brand

Protecting your business name/brand

Whether you are operating your business as a sole trader, partnership, LLP or limited company you will have given it ...
Thinking of selling your business?

Thinking of selling your business?

If you’re thinking about selling your business, the process can proceed more smoothly if the business owner has prepared their ...
Is Your Business Website Lawful?

Is Your Business Website Lawful?

Business website: What should it contain? Your business has a website, have you ensured there are no restrictions or requirements ...
Used a US Surrogate & returning to the UK?

Used a US Surrogate & returning to the UK?

The law in the UK in relation to Surrogacy Arrangements is complicated and can lack the certainty that most couples ...
Removal of Obstructive Executors

Removal of Obstructive Executors

When creating a Will, every individual has complete freedom to choose who their executors are. These can be close family ...