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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Farming Wills and Nil Rate Band Discretionary Trusts
Before 2007, it was common for spouses to include Nil Rate Band Discretionary Trusts (NRBDTs) in their Wills. Our Agricultural Solicitors investigate why this was, what has changed, and why. If you own farming assets and have one in a will, you should consider updating your will.
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Businesses on Divorce: Getting Divorced When You Work With Your Husband or Wife
If you work at your spouse's company, you may be considered an employee, and you may have employment rights. It is important to remember that employee status and employment law rights apply to spouses employed in a family business, regardless of any breakdown in the marriage. If your ex-spouse's business has employed you for at least two years...
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IP Advance: New Financial Support Scheme for SMEs Launched by the IPO
It’s no trade secret that intellectual property ( IP ) has the potential to drive growth and value for your business by delivering competitive advantages and creating new revenue streams. Therefore, it should be music to the ears of small and medium-sized enterprises ( SME ) across the UK that the Intellectual Property Office ( IPO ) recently...
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World Menopause Day: Employee Rights, Menopause Policies, and Workplace Support
World Menopause Day, observed on 18 October 2024, is dedicated to raising awareness about menopause and the importance of health and well-being support for employees experiencing menopausal symptoms. As menopause and perimenopause can significantly impact both physical and mental health, employers must understand the legal responsibilities and...
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An Introduction To Director Disqualification Proceedings
The Company Directors Disqualification Act 1986 (CDDA 1986) sets out the circumstances in which an individual or corporate entity may be disqualified from acting as a director of a company or from being concerned with or taking part in its promotion, formation, or management. The CDDA 1986 aims to maintain the integrity of the business...
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How to Remove an Executor From A Will
What can be done if the Executor of a loved one's estate is not handling the estate assets properly? Our Contentious Probate Solicitors explain the legal process for removing an Executor who fails to properly administer a deceased person's estate, including court procedures and key considerations.
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Can I Gift My Property To My Children?
Before you gift your home to a loved one, it is wise to discuss the complexities and risks with a solicitor. At Myerson, our Private Client and Residential Property Teams are experienced in providing bespoke advice in this area and have outlined their key considerations below.
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Alienating Behaviours and Parental Alienation: Steps to Take
Unfortunately, when assisting in child contact arrangements on a relationship breakdown, it is not uncommon to hear statements such as My partner is telling lies about me to manipulate the childre n or The children do not want to see me because of what my partner has said to them . The undermining of a parent and child relationship is often...
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Key Considerations For SLAs In Manufacturing Arrangements
Good fences make good neighbours, and good Service Level Agreements (SLAs) can do the same for businesses entering into manufacturing arrangements by providing the parties with a clear boundary for what constitutes an acceptable standard of contract performance. And the SLA can encourage the parties, like good neighbours coming together to mend...
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Can a Landlord Take Back Possession of my Retail Premises to Redevelop the Site?
The answer to this question will depend on whether your lease is protected by the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 ("the 1954 Act"). If the lease has the 'protection' of Part II of the 1954 Act, the business tenancy will not end unless terminated under the 1954 Act. Our Property Litigation Lawyers and Retail Team analyse the case of Sainsbury's...
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Myerson announces promotions and welcomes new apprentices and trainees as new financial year begins
23 rd September 2024 - Myerson Solicitors, a Top UK 200 law firm based in Altrincham, Cheshire, is gearing up for continued growth, announcing a series of key promotions and a new cohort of apprentices and trainees. Following a successful financial year that ended on 31 st August, during which the firm achieved a £17.5m turnover and 15% annual...
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Thinking About Moving On? Key Considerations When Planning For The Succession Of Your Business
Most business owners dedicate a significant amount of time to carefully planning and implementing their business setup. They also invest considerable time and resources into growing the business, ensuring its smooth management and longevity. However, surprisingly, few pay the same attention to planning for the succession of their business. Our...
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