Day One - Employment Law Rights
Whilst employees cannot make a claim to an Employment Tribunal until they have worked for two years they do have a host of rights from "Day One". Here is a review:- Rights When You Apply For A Job Not be discriminated…
It will now be easier for Catholics to remarry
The Vatican announced on 9 September 2015 reforms to obtaining an annulment for divorced Catholics. As a solicitor I have frequently come across misunderstanding as to what constitutes an annulment. If a legal marriage…
Wake Smith Hands £500 Cheque for Sherpa Aid UK
The Wake Smith Charity Board, with the support and generosity of the firm staff, has raised £500 to help people affected by the recent earthquakes in Nepal.
Do I Need A Probate?
One of the most frequent search terms used by people landing on our website is "Do I need probate?", so I thought it might be interesting to have a brief look at when probate is required and why. Probate is the…
Pre-Employment Tribunal Conciliation Explained
As part of a package of employment law reforms, pre-employment tribunal ACAS Conciliation came into effect in April last year and became mandatory for all relevant claims in May 2014. Here is a checklist of frequently…
New Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015, Will They Affect You?
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 ("CDM 2015") will come into force on 6 April 2015 replacing the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007. The CDM 2015 will apply to all construction…
John Lewis and Waitrose Announce Costs Of Compliance With Recent Legal Changes Governing Holiday Pay
Following my recent update concerning the holiday pay ruling, The John Lewis Partnership has stated publically that from February 2015 it will follow the ruling when calculating pay and will make a one off back…
Should Employees Be Paid If They Are Unable To Get To Work Due To Snow?
Waking up to snow, whilst fun for some, is stressful for others if they find themselves unable to get to work. Are employees entitled to get paid if they are unable to attend work due to snow and other extreme weather…
The Legal 500 Recommends Wake Smith In 10 Practice Areas
he latest edition of The Legal 500, the leading legal directory, recognises one of South Yorkshire's leading law firms, Wake Smith LLP, in 10 different areas as well as key lawyers for their ability to represent private and business clients.
The Children and Families Act 2014
The Children and Families Act 2014 came into force on the 22nd April 2014. The changes are significant for family lawyers but the changes do impact on clients. So what's new? Now, within divorce proceedings,…
