Government proposals to reform employment tribunals
The Employment team welcome the Government's proposals to reform employment tribunals. Far too often we are seeing our business clients struggle with the complexities and hurdles imposed on them by labyrinthine…
Employment Law - what changes to expect in April
Looking ahead, April is typically the month where most updates to legislation are implemented. Whether you are an employer or employee it’s important to keep abreast of changes to statutory payments, parental entitlements…
Friday not Monday off work for first May bank holiday
This year, the May Day bank holiday which usually falls on the first Monday in May will, be moved back by four days to Friday May 8, 2020. The change will apply to the whole of the UK to honour the 75th anniversary…
Brexit and its impact on Employment Law
One of the biggest questions surrounding Brexit is what impact will it have on our laws and legal system? While much of UK employment law is derived from the EU, the current analysis suggest that the impact of…
Wake Smith boosts employment team
Wake Smith Solicitors has appointed Briony McDermott in its employment law department. Briony joins the firm with 10 years’ experience in employment law advising private and commercial clients on all aspects of…
Entered into a civil partnership? You need to update your Will
Opposite-sex couples entering into register civil partnerships should consider how this will affect their existing Wills. The Civil Partnership (Opposite-sex Couples) Regulations 2019, passed by Lords late last…
Brexit Update - 29th January 2020
Wake Smith chairman John Baddeley looks at the latest Brexit news...
Law changes if you die without a Will
Changes to the amount that your spouse or civil partner may receive on your death from your estate if you die without a Will will kick in from next month. Amendments to the law, which come into effect from February…
New decade, new year, new focus, new Will?
The start of a new year often sees people set new health, fitness, work and lifestyle goals. 2020, and the start of a new decade, is a great time to ensure your personal affairs are in order, including making a…
Brexit Update - 22nd January 2020
Wake Smith chairman John Baddeley looks at the latest Brexit news... The Prime Minister's withdrawal agreement has met its first challenge since the general election, after the House of Lords rejected the bill,…
