It is the Equality Act 2010 that establishes the ability to bring action for unlawful discrimination. It is only in relation to a “protected characteristic” that action can be brought. The reason for the unfavourable treatment/discrimination must be due to a “protected characteristic” for the individual to be afforded protection under the act. So what […]
We are currently in the midst of a very popular time to take annual leave from work, but the law regulating and dictating what someone should be paid whilst on holiday from work is far from clear. The Working Time Regulations 1998 (“the Regulations”) state that all workers have the right to 5.6 weeks paid […]
We deal with an array of issues and matters that arise from property ownership and possession, here are three of the most common points upon which our advice, and if necessary representation is sought:- Can you claim land as your own if you maintain it? In general it is possible to claim what is known […]
Chief Master Marsh has given judgment in the case of Bhusate v Patel & others permitting a widower to bring a claim under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 (“the Act”) 25 years and nine months after the deadline to do so. Ordinarily a claim under the Act must be brought within […]
A recent High Court decision in the case of Fouladi v Darout Limited {2018] EWHC 3501 has confirmed the previous legal position that a landlord (freeholder) is not liable for nuisance caused by its tenant merely because the landlord did not take steps available to him to prevent what was causing the nuisance, even when […]
Generally speaking in employment law terms if you attend a social event organized by your employer, with work colleagues this is considered an extension of the work place, even if it does not take place at your normal place of work. This means that the normal rules of conduct and behaviour apply. Those committing any […]
The Employment Tribunals of England and Wales have reported the last quarter’s statistics for April to June 2018 for claims issued within the Employment Tribunals. There has been a 165% increase in claims. This is thought to be attributed wholly to the fee regime being abolished. The result though is that there is a shortage […]
An interesting article in the Law Society’s Gazette publication this month reports that there is a “female talent drain” in that whilst entry level to the profession appears to be open to everyone, it is not the same once the ladder is ascended in the profession. The number of female partners in solicitors’ firms is […]
Adams Harrison were proud to be one of the sponsors for the Haverhill Show on Sunday 15th July 2018. By sponsoring £250 for the event it meant that various activities could be made available for children at a significantly reduced cost. We like to get involved in local events. It was lovely to be able […]
As long as 45 years ago measures were first introduced in the UK to address the difference in pay between men and women carrying out the same or similar work. It is considered, however that only limited progress has been made in bridging the gender pay gap. Up until the end of September 2014 the […]
