Top 10 Tips for Employers on the Employment Rights Act 2025 Reforms
Have you made the changes you need to comply with the reforms already in force? The Employment Rights Act 2025 is the most significant shake-up of employment law in decades, which is currently being implemented in phases. A first wave of changes is already in force (April 2026), with further major reforms expected from October 2026 and into...
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What is an Employee Ownership Trust?
Employee Ownership Trusts ( EOTs ) were introduced by the Finance Act 2014 to promote employee ownership as a business model in the UK. The legislation established certain tax reliefs for companies owned by EOTs and individuals selling a controlling interest in a company to an EOT. The EOT ownership structure is becoming increasingly popular in...
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Can I Make Lifetime Gifts To Reduce Inheritance Tax (IHT)?
Making gifts during your lifetime is an effective way to reduce the value of your estate for IHT purposes and, consequently, the amount of IHT payable in the event of your death. Gifting assets whilst you are alive, rather than waiting to gift assets via your Will could ensure that you ultimately pass on a much larger legacy to your loved ones...
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What Is Coercive And Controlling Behaviour?
With the introduction of The Victims and Prisoners Act 2024 , the legal framework has been further strengthened to ensure better support and justice for those affected by coercive and controlling behaviour. Our Family Lawyers explore the serious issue of coercive and controlling behaviour, discuss what constitutes coercive control, provide...
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Business Asset Disposal Relief Rate Change: Time to Act?
On 30 October 2024, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced a series of tax increases and reforms. One of the more significant changes for individuals looking to sell their business is the forthcoming increase in the Business Asset Disposal Relief ( BADR ) rate, which will take effect from 6 April 2025, in line with the end of the current tax...
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3D Printing Technology and Intellectual Property Infringement
The rapid evolution of 3D printing technology has transformed industries but also raised significant intellectual property (IP) concerns. As unauthorised reproductions become easier to produce, patent holders, trademark owners, and copyright holders face increasing legal challenges. Our Technology and Commercial Litigation Lawyers explore the key...
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Air Kisses or Sexual Harassment? Lessons from Miss J Chen v Cut Your Wolf Loose Ltd
Workplace harassment continues to be a widespread issue, affecting a number of industries. While the conversation around harassment has grown louder in recent years, many workers face inappropriate behaviour. From subtle comments to more serious overt actions, understanding the fine line between harmless interactions and harassment is crucial. In...
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Can an Executor Challenge or Dispute a Will?
Our Contentious Probate solicitors explore whether an executor can challenge or dispute a Will, the responsibilities and legal obligations of an executor, and the process of renouncing executorship if a conflict of interest arises.
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Navigating Commercial Disputes in the Hospitality & Leisure Sector: Protecting Business Interests Amid Financial Strain
Difficult times for the hospitality and leisure industry look set to continue, with sector pressures showing no signs of letting up into 2025. These continued financial pressures may push business relations to breaking point. Our Hospitality and Leisure solicitors explore the sector's growing financial pressures and potential impact on business...
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Can You Write a Valid Will on Your Phone?
Recent headlines have covered the heartbreaking story of Max George (36), from Manchester, who rose to fame as part of the boyband The Wanted and his decision to write down his wishes for the distribution of his estate on his iPhone in the event of his death during an operation. Some articles even said that George wrote his Will on his iPhone...
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Understanding the Link Between Perimenopause and Divorce
Divorce is a significant life-altering event, just like menopause (the last menstrual period to take place and perimenopause, the time of fluctuating periods before this), since all can have profound impacts on a person’s emotional, physical and psychological well-being. As our society becomes more informed about the effects of perimenopause...
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What is a Settlement Agreement? Everything You Need to Know
In today’s fluctuating job market, employers are sometimes open to offering more generous exit packages than the legal minimum entitlement for employees leaving a business. Depending on your circumstances, you may want to explore negotiating an exit package with your employer. Often, these exit packages come with a settlement agreement designed...
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How the Autumn Budget Impacts Inheritance Tax (IHT) Planning
Following the Labour win in summer 2024, there was a lot of speculation about what changes would come into place. Initially a £22 billion blackhole, this quickly increased to £40 billion, but how would the funds be raised if VAT, Income Tax and National Insurance were to remain untouched? Our guess (along with many others) was increases to...
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