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Pandemic insurance claims set for settlement following ruling

As coronavirus continues its freeze on normal life, with strict lockdown measures back in place, many businesses will breathe a sigh of relief following January 2021's Supreme Court ruling confirming when business interruption insurance policies should pay out during a pandemic.

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Susan Humble’s article “Head over Heart” features in the Solicitors Journal

It is time to use the heart when managing junior staff says regulatory specialist, Susan Humble.

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Brexit Six: Contractual side effects from 1 January 2021

The end of the transition period of the Withdrawal Agreement on 31 December 2020 will signal the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union (the EU).

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Informed Consent Before, During and After a Covid-19 World

Regulatory Partner, Susan Humble and Oryon Develop, present an interactive webinar for healthcare professionals showcasing real examples of the issue of informed consent and provide an understanding of how the law and proceedings have changed, and what the future of these might look like.

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Furlough Scheme extended to March 2021

In response to the second national lockdown, the chancellor announces an extension to the Furlough Scheme to run until March 2021; available only to those businesses in areas that remain under restriction. The chancellor said he wanted to give businesses security through the winter and protect millions of jobs.

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VAT on termination and compensation payments

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to many businesses seeking to terminate contracts early (by force majeure or otherwise), often in exchange for an early termination payment.

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Work-Life Balance: How you can support your employees

Karen Cole explores employees' legal rights, the duty of care employers have, and strategies to promote work-life balance.

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Director responsibilities on resignation – do you know yours?

When Rishi Sunak removed Suella Braverman from her cabinet post, she took a defiant stance, with an open letter criticising the PM for reneging on promises and calling for a leadership election.

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Can you obtain an Emergency Power of Attorney?

In reality, the answer is no. Instead, you need to apply to the Court of Protection to become a Deputy, or the Court of Protection may appoint a Panel Deputy if no one is suitable or available to take on the role. Private client solicitor Herman Cheung looks at the complexities of not having a lasting power of attorney in place.

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Directors must understand the implications of AI

In the heart of the digital age, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force reshaping the landscape of corporate governance and redefining the roles of directors within companies.

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Overzealous employee monitoring may overstep data protection boundaries

Employers who use software to help manage productivity and other employee activity may inadvertently violate data protection regulations.

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Legal considerations for launching a charity business

Passionate about making a positive impact? Setting up a charity can be the perfect way to contribute to your community or even globally. This guide offers step-by-step instructions and insights into operating a UK charity.

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