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Delayed, but not cancelled: Company directors’ responsibilities

Company directors will be focused on the bottom line and corporate governance as they continue to navigate their way through the pandemic lockdown and the Government’s route map towards business as usual.

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Supreme Court clarifies employer’s vicarious liability

The Supreme Court clarifies the scope of an employer’s vicarious liability for the conduct of its employees

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Mental Health Awareness Week

A word from our employment partner, Karen Cole, during Mental Health Awareness Week

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Landlords must comply with the latest energy efficiency standards

Landlords of residential property could face high fines if they do not meet the latest energy efficiency standards.

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Financial support measures for businesses

Undoubtedly, the COVID-19 outbreak has struck a heavy blow against businesses of all sizes across the UK.

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Countdown to contract changes for employers

For a change, something in employment law unrelated to the Coronavirus pandemic!

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Overzealous employee monitoring may overstep data protection boundaries

Employers who use software to help manage productivity and other employee activity may inadvertently violate data protection regulations.

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Legal considerations for launching a charity business

Passionate about making a positive impact? Setting up a charity can be the perfect way to contribute to your community or even globally. This guide offers step-by-step instructions and insights into operating a UK charity.

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UK approach to AI regulation

AI is rapidly advancing and revolutionising how we live, work and interact with technology. AI makes the impossible possible, and the future holds great promise for how this technology can transform our world. However, as with any ground-breaking technology, risks and challenges are associated with the development and implementation of AI, which society must consider and address to ensure a responsible and beneficial outcome for all.

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Death of a shareholder

Corporate solicitor Evangelos Kyveris and private client partner James McMullan of West End Law Firm RIAA Barker Gillette, look at what happens to a shareholder's shares when they die.

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Estate planning for blended families

Navigating wills and inheritance

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Unfair contract terms

The Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977 protects parties with less bargaining power from unfair or unreasonable contractual terms. A crucial part of the Act is the “reasonableness test”, which assesses the fairness and enforceability of exclusion and limitation clauses.

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