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Good intentions not enough in wage calculations

Accurate calculations of the National Minimum Wage continue to cause headaches for employers, with an employment tribunal acknowledging the complexity, saying there is no single key to unlock every case.

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Whistleblowing and the Public Interest Test

On 10 July 2017, in the case of Chesterton Global Ltd (t/a Chestertons) & Anor v Nurmohamed, the Court of Appeal reached a decision after considering the meaning of the words ‘in the public interest’.

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PSC Regime: New deadlines for changes in company ownership

Businesses have new deadlines to comply with regulations around transparency of ownership under the so-called ‘PSC’ regime.

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Time to get excited: Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)

Time to get excited?

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Employment contracts and working overseas

Under the Employment Rights Act 1996 (ERA 1996), employees have the right not to be unfairly dismissed by their employer. However, the ERA 1996 is silent regarding its geographical scope, so it has been left to the courts to decide.

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Leases and side letters

Time for a rethink?

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Protect SMEs from corporate criminal liability

The law treats corporations as separate legal entities, but to what extent can your employees' actions result in your business being found criminally liable?

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Divorce applications at ten-year high

On 6 April 2022, the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act (2020) came into force - a landmark reform introducing ‘no-fault divorce’ for couples ending their marriage.

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What is a trust fund?

A trust is a way of managing assets such as money, investments, land or property by formally transferring the assets to a trust fund administered for the benefit of others.

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The changing landscape of divorce

At RIAA Barker Gillette, we work with experts and professionals to achieve the best result for our clients in a friendly and non-confrontational manner.

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The benefits of having a will

A will gives you and your family peace of mind that your affairs are in order, putting less unnecessary stress on them during a difficult time.

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Should you include your children in mediation?

Examining child-inclusive mediation and whether it is suitable for your family.

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