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Oral modification of contracts

In a recent seminal case, the Supreme Court held that a “no oral modification” clause was legally effective

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Divorcing couples must be prudent in managing their settlement proceeds

The Supreme Court issues a further warning

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Early Conciliation: The rise in Employment Tribunal claim notifications

The rise is undoubtedly linked to the Supreme Court’s decision last year to scrap Employment Tribunal fees

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London Legal Walk 2018

Raising funds for the London Legal Support Trust

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Firefighter ruling sparks new heat for employers

The standby arrangements for Belgium’s volunteer firefighters are set to cause new headaches across the European Union for employers with workers who are paid flat rates for time on-call or when sleeping in the workplace

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GDPR: The concept of consent

Consent is one of the core elements of data protection legislation, however it is not the only basis for processing personal data

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UK approach to AI regulation

AI is rapidly advancing and revolutionising how we live, work and interact with technology. AI makes the impossible possible, and the future holds great promise for how this technology can transform our world. However, as with any ground-breaking technology, risks and challenges are associated with the development and implementation of AI, which society must consider and address to ensure a responsible and beneficial outcome for all.

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Death of a shareholder

Corporate solicitor Evangelos Kyveris and private client partner James McMullan of West End Law Firm RIAA Barker Gillette, look at what happens to a shareholder's shares when they die.

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Estate planning for blended families

Navigating wills and inheritance

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Unfair contract terms

The Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977 protects parties with less bargaining power from unfair or unreasonable contractual terms. A crucial part of the Act is the “reasonableness test”, which assesses the fairness and enforceability of exclusion and limitation clauses.

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Can a UK employee work abroad remotely?

Many UK employees are considering working abroad due to the rise of remote working opportunities and the desire for more flexible lifestyles. However, before employers consider agreeing to such an arrangement, they must understand the legal implications and potential challenges that may arise.

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Greenwashing attracts the wrong attention

Businesses must not paint themselves in artificial shades when pushing their environmental credentials.

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