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Try this Amazing Staff Recipe: Pear, Stilton and Walnut on toast. Not to be missed!
Lawson West is attending the Welland Park Academy careers event this Thursday evening in Market Harborough. Join us and find out more about opting for a career in law and the academic paths to success...
At Lawson-West, we are seeing a large number of requests for new commercial leases and the Landlord (or Agent) will usually require a rent deposit from the new Tenant, but we regularly get asked the same questions. Our Commercial Property Team provide the answers.
Government review has ended and Fixed Recoverable Costs or (FRC) for civil claims are being extended - but what does this mean for you?
85% of employees (millions of people) now want hybrid working patterns with many resigning when reluctant employers don't adapt. We look at the law surrounding hybrid working employment contracts and what needs to change.
From 11th November 2021, anyone who works or even volunteers in a care home must be vaccinated unless they are exempt - Employment Law Director Vaishali Thakerar outlines what you need to know...
Try our amazing staff recipe for this month from our very own Senior Private Client Solicitor, Natalie Aldrich. Tasty pork chops with roasted potatoes, parsnips and apples.
The Government's Furlough Scheme (Job Retention Scheme) which has underpinned so many business and sectors of the economy during the pandemic officially ends on 30 September. Are employers just hanging on until the last possible moment and are redundancies inevitable?
Join the A6 Network Connect networking group at our next get together at Starbucks in Oadby on Thursday 7th October...
Read more about the increases in Court Fees expected this autumn 2021…
The pursual of a debt is something that may occur in various situations, whether you are doing so as an individual, or on behalf of a company. Read on to find out what debt recovery is, when you can use it, and how the process works.
When you have been appointed as an Attorney or Deputy for a family member or friend who has lost mental capacity, are you able to make a financial gift on their behalf? In some circumstances, yes you can...read more
The Furlough scheme indicated that employees could still be made redundant while there were on ‘Furlough’ but it was not clear whether Furlough should be considered as an alternative to redundancy. This article by Solicitor Sejal Patel looks at one case that challenged the uncertainty.
Kelly Clarkson, worth an estimated $45million, presented the jointly-signed pre-nuptial agreement in her divorce split of finances case against her husband and it was upheld by the judge. Find out more...
Lawson West Solicitors has been shortlisted as 'Small Law Firm of the Year' 2020-2021 at the Leicestershire Law Society Awards.
Working more than 48 hours a week for your employer might not be lawful. The McMahon case demonstrates the protection offered by the 1998 Working Time Regulations where an employee chose not to opt-out and challenged her subsequent dismissal...
ODR - the new face of online dispute resolution gathers pace this week following the publication of LawtechUK’s report on the feasibility of online dispute resolution tools...
Business Interruption Insurance and Covid-19 – nearly £800million has been paid out by insurers to UK businesses, we assess the latest information...
Experienced employment Solicitor and Director Ashley Hunt shares with us The Top 5 most common employment law claims
Furlough scheme changes started in July with employers contributing 10% of wages, increasing to 20% in August and September...find out more
Amazing Staff Recipe this month: Try Emma Piff’s Spanish-style seafood spaghetti taking just 10 minutes to cook...What to do with those leftover pieces of octopus and squid ! Now we know...
Following government consultation, the Commercial Evictions Moratorium is extended to 25 March 2022 and Insolvency Action Moratorium newly introduced – commercial tenants are advised to pay rent if they can...read the full article
Message chat one of our employment solicitors privately online for free in August - there are 4 August dates to choose from, 12noon to 2pm...
In this article we look at Statutory Wills - What are they and when are they necessary?
How to protect your business with restrictive covenants and when/how to enforce any breaches
This month sees multiple exam successes at Lawson West Solicitors in Leicestershire for Harry Mellors and Rebecca Todd...read more
Splitting up from a relationship is the time to think about your new circumstances and how to protect your interests, especially where children or pensions might be concerned...
Vicky Jones, Lawson West Director, has been recognised for excellence and high achievement in 2021 STEP Excellence Awards! Read more about her amazing achievement...
The Covid vaccination jab for vulnerable children could cause major parental rows for those with affected children aged 12-15 years
For people who have already made a Will, there are important stages in your life when you should review it...
Lawson West Solicitors is pleased to announce recent new joiners to the firm...
The countdown begins for the easing of lockdown restrictions on 19th July next week. See a summary of the main issues affecting employees and workplaces...
Amazing Staff Recipe this month: Try Ann Guttridge's easy-to-make Spicy Cheese Thins with a chilli kick, delicious on their own, or with a summer dip...
What happens when a parent does not return the child(ren) after contact - and ignores the Child Arrangements Order
In this long-form article, we look at the three different types of workplace mediation as well as the benefits, costs and why mediation could be a better path for workplace disputes...
Employment Director, Vaishali Thakerar, looks at the work pay and sickness leave considerations surrounding the loss of a new born baby or pregnancy miscarriage..
Evidence shows that the support of World Cup England football can lead to increased levels of domestic violence at home...read more
Over 450 property sale/purchases were handled by Lawson West Solicitors during SDLT stamp duty holiday...read more
Lawson West Solicitors and ISJ Independent Financial Planning are launching a new breakfast networking club called A6 NETWORK CONNECT on 8th July...find out more and join us
SDLT Nil Rate Band changes come into force tomorrow for home purchases - see our helpful table summary of the new rates to 30 September 2021
What are the rules for adverse possession, more commonly known as “squatters’ rights”? Commercial property solicitor, Rebecca Beswick explains how it works...
An amazing staff recipe you will definitely enjoy! - try Elizabeth Brown's easy-to-make Lemon Posset Cheesecake...a great summer experience not to be missed
For some employees, the thought of taking your employer to an employment tribunal is the worst scenario. Negotiation (or pre-litigation tactics) are available to bring about a negotiated settlement that parties agree to between them, with no recourse to a court. Find out more...
Whether you have been affected by redundancy or other employment claim issue, the Settlement Agreement is one of the most important documents to negotiate - see our complete web section on negotiating successful Settlement Agreements...
Special Guardianship Orders are used in cases where child(ren) cannot continue to be cared for by their birth parent(s). SGOs provide the child(ren) with a secure and long lasting placement...
What happens if either parent ignores the Child Arrangement Order setting-out child contact arrangements?
Need a quick and confidential 1:1 session with an experienced employment law solicitor? Join our FREE direct messaging chat service on 15th June...find out more
A tribunal this week found that employee Mr Kane's drinking and smoking bar visit whilst on sick leave did NOT constitute a breach of trust and dishonesty...How robust is your sick leave contract wording?
