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Data transfers: EU/US Privacy Shield shattered

On 16 July 2020, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) struck down the European Union (EU)/United States (US) Privacy Shield, which served as the mechanism for which EU citizens’ personal data could be shared with the US. Instead, companies must now use standard contractual clauses (SCCs).

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RIAA Barker Gillette UK strengthens its Regulatory Team

West End Law firm, RIAA Barker Gillette (UK), has today announced the appointment of partner Susan Humble strengthening its growing Regulatory practice.

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Contractually responsible behaviour during COVID-19

The Government has issued guidance advising people to act “responsibly and fairly” during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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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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Feathering new nests for fledgling students

Exam results have been released and new students know where they will be heading for university. Following the relief of results day, the next big headache for parents is often the search for accommodation, whether for first-timers or returning students.

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Childcare during the school holidays: What are the options?

If you work full time in the UK, you are entitled to at least 28 days paid annual leave, including the eight bank holidays. For parents of school-age children, however, that is often not enough to juggle childcare during the school holidays.

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Tackling taboos on menopause in the workplace

Employers are being advised to review their support for women experiencing problems in the workplace because of the menopause or risk compensation claims, following an employment tribunal ruling.

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What is a personal representative?

A personal representative is somebody who handles a person’s estate when they pass away. The estate is made up of all the deceased’s assets, which can include anything from money in the bank, to personal possessions, stocks and shares, cars, real estate and even cryptocurrency.

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What is employment law?

Employment law focuses on everything to do with the world of work and offers protection to businesses, as employers, and individuals as employees and workers.

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Can I fire someone with less than two years of service?

Generally, employees can only claim unfair dismissal against an employer if they have a minimum of two years’ service.

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