Forming the backbone of any business relationship that you embark on, commercial contracts clearly define mutual obligations and any actions that could taken should they not be fulfilled. In this blog post, we explore the benefits of having commercial contracts and suggest things to include when drafting them.
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Should You Accept AI and ChatGPT in the Workplace?
Artificial intelligence – such as ChatGPT – promises to change the way we live and work. But are these advanced tools friend or foe to the employer and their employees?
Employment Law Update
Whilst the Employment Bill, initially promised by the Government in 2019, has not yet come about, there are some key changes in employment...
Annual Increase in Tribunal Limits
In April 2023, the government introduced the Employment Rights Order, a bill that would increase tribunal limits. In this post, we explore what that means for both employers and employees.
How Important is a Shareholders’ Agreement?
The relationship between shareholders and partners is often compared to that of marriage; it is certainly one to take very seriously. What steps can you take to protect yourself in the event that things go wrong?
How Should You Handle Malicious Grievances at Work?
Lodging a workplace grievance might be a very long and even stressful process, but some employees are making false claims maliciously. Could you spot a genuine concern from one that is artificial?
Case Law Round Up
Hope v British Medical Association (2022) This case provides a degree of comfort for employers, in that it shows it’s possible to dismiss...
HR Advise Me is Now Called Loch HR
If you are looking for HR Advise Me, it has rebranded and is now known as Loch HR, located beneath the umbrella of Loch Associates Group.
What is employment status and why is it important?
Employment status defines the rights and responsibilities of a worker and is a key consideration for an employer in its relationship with...
Are Data Subject Access Requests on the Rise?
Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) allow an individual to access personal information stored by a company, but their use as part of workplace disputes is on the rise. How can you ensure genuine DSARs are taken seriously whilst preventing any potential disruption to your operations?
Focus on Discrimination Cases
Burke v Turning Point Scotland (2022) The Employment Tribunal considered a claim by an individual who was claiming to be unfairly...
Retained EU Law
Will the Retained EU Law Bill create big changes in UK employment law? The Retained EU Law (Reform and Revocation) Bill, also known...