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Fair tips for all: New legislation ensures transparency in gratuity distribution

New rules to ensure fairness and transparency around handling tips, gratuities, and service charges for hospitality and other service sector businesses come into force on 1 July 2024. The new rules are designed to create an even-handed approach in situations where the employer controls how tips are distributed.

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Preventing sexual harassment

Employers are facing a pivotal moment as they brace for new regulations regarding sexual harassment set to take effect in October 2024.

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Why employers need a reflective response to employee beliefs

Recent tribunal judgments on the freedom to express gender-critical views highlight the growing challenge for employers in safely navigating discrimination in the workplace in the face of increasingly complex social attitudes.

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A spotlight on child arrangements in the UK

Celebrating National Children’s Day.

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An Introduction to Private Client Law

Lasting Powers of Attorney

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Digital divorce: the highs and lows

According to figures from the Ministry of Justice, digital divorce applications rose by 20% in the year following the introduction of no-fault divorce (2022 to 2023).

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Legal jargon in wills: understanding your will

When preparing a will, it's common to encounter legal jargon that might be confusing. This article aims to clarify those terms, ensuring you understand your will completely.

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Electronic signatures and digital contracts

Digital contracts are agreements or e-contracts created and executed using digital methods. Parties no longer need to print, manually sign, scan and email (or post) various sections or counterparts. "Digital contracts utilise technology that offers better security and authenticity than wet-ink signed contracts", says Patrick Simpson.

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Family mediation and child arrangements

What to do when you separate and there is no agreement in place for the children?

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Is your business acquisition ready?

Is your business ready for an acquisition? Learn key considerations from corporate lawyer Evangelos Kyveris at RIAA Barker Gillette, including growth strategy alignment, financial readiness, logistical preparation, and professional assistance for a successful acquisition.

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How should an employer respond to a ‘heat of the moment’ resignation?

Employers should remember that a 'heat of the moment' resignation should be treated differently from those that come in the usual course of business. They are often verbal and unexpected and usually follow a workplace disagreement. To do otherwise may expose the business to the risk of an unfair dismissal claim.

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Understanding financial provisions on divorce

Divorce can be emotionally challenging, and navigating the financial aspects can add to the challenge.

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