By Peter Pownall From October 2015 landlords will be required by law to install working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in their properties. The proposed changes to the law would...
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Morecrofts were one of the law firms who attended an event at Liverpool’s Town Hall last night hosted by the Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Cllr Erica Kemp CBE, to learn...
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By Carole Brennan The Supreme Court has allowed the former wife’s appeal in Wyatt and Vince (2015) UK SC 15. Ms Wyatt issued a claim for financial remedy 18 years after...
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By Thomas Sutherland Dishonest use of sickness leave by employees can be one of the most challenging issue for employers. Whilst the majority of sickness leave is taken on genuine...
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By Peter Pownall Whether this proposed legislation still to be confirmed by the House of Commons and receive Royal Assent is welcome depends on whether you are advising a Landlord...
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By Thomas Sutherland Whilst the definition of disability is wide, including both mental and physical conditions, obesity has not traditionally been viewed as a disability. However, this long-standing view has...
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By Alison Lobb I have blogged in the past about the changes to our justice system over the last few years, and the effect these changes will have on the...
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By Elaine Richardson It has been 10 years since Civil Partnerships were introduced on a legal basis in the UK. The law has recently progressed again with Gay Marriage, but...
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By Carole Brennan Spouses can no longer expect continuing financial support from their ex partners once their children reach a certain age. A landmark ruling in the Court of Appeal...
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Regulating the use of social media is currently one of the biggest challenges facing employers. Indeed, for many employers, it can be difficult to draw the line between productive and...
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