Employers Liable for Employees’ Misconduct. It may seem unfair. It may even seem contrary to the principles of natural justice. But it’s true. Recent employment tribunal cases have demonstrated that an employer can be punished for the misconduct of employees, even if they are completely unaware of it. But, there is a way to avoid […]
From 6 April 2022, No-Fault Divorce laws have come into force in England and Wales. The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act, originally passed by Parliament in June of 2020, radically transforms the experience of couples seeking to end their marriage or civil partnership. But while the mechanics of divorce are somewhat simplified, the implications and […]
Penalties for Bigamy in England and Wales For a considerable period of time in England, a person could be sentenced to death for bigamy. In 1604 The Bigamy Act made entering into marriage with one person while still married to another a capital offence. Since 1861 though, Section 57 of the Offences Against the Person […]
Easements come in two main categories in England and Wales. The first is an easement that confers a right of one landowner to use or access the land or property of another. The second is an easement that restricts the landowner from specific activities on their own land. Legal Terms Used The law about easements […]
Most people would realise that they need to seek their landlord’s consent before making any improvements or alterations to a rented property, such as removing or part-removing internal walls, replacing carpet with a laminate or wooden floor, or fitting new doors. But it is also necessary in the case of a leasehold property. Someone who […]
The UK Government has extended video-witnessed wills for another 2 years in England and Wales. But it is by no means a simplification or relaxation of the legislation and it is recommended to take legal advice before proceeding. In July 2020, in the early stages of the coronavirus pandemic, legislation was passed to make wills […]
A recent employment tribunal case in Scotland raised two questions with some very interesting answers. Q1: Should an employer dismiss an employee for reporting for duty? A1. Yes, if that employee is in breach of Covid self-isolation rules by turning up to work, because a household member is awaiting Covid test results and is displaying […]
Is it game over for fraudulent whiplash insurance claims in England? New legislation reduces amount payable and remove the possibility of claiming legal fees from the other party. Will this drive down motor insurance premiums? The Changes Effective 31 May 2021, the government introduced changes to the way victims of Road Traffic Accidents (RTAs) can […]
With the ever-changing rules on travel and green/amber/red lists, it is more important that ever to understand how and when to claim to a refund on your ruined trip or holiday. As always, there is good news and bad. Often you are in a position to claim refunds, although the travel providers do not always […]
If a landlord lets out a property in good faith and the tenants subsequently sub-let rooms, making it an HMO without informing the landlord, an offence is committed. The property is now an unlicensed HMO. But who has committed the offence? Who is liable? Is it just common sense? In the case of Mohamed & […]
