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Unmarried mother wins court battle over benefits for widows
Wed 26th Sep 2018 | by Marilyn Bell
On 31 August 2018 The Times reported that an unmarried mother, Siobhan McLaughlin had won her Court battle over benefits for widows. This has led to calls…
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GDPR = the death of the paper trail for schools?
Tue 25th Sep 2018
Employment Solicitor, Nikita Sonecha comments in the Education Journal regarding the challenges of GDPR on schools.
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The MAC publishes its final report on EEA Migration
Wed 19th Sep 2018 | by Gemma Jones
The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has published its final report (the Report) on EEA Migration in the UK.
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GDPR and SARs; staying compliant and protected
Wed 19th Sep 2018 | by Chris Cook
Partner and Head of Employment & Data Protection, Chris Cook writes in Education Executive about the GDPR and SARs.
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SA Law shares fourth edition of popular community recipe book
Thu 13th Sep 2018 | by Victoria Thomson
SA Law is challenging foodies to discover something new within the pages of their recently published recipe book. Simply pick a dish or cocktail and share…
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Take a fresh look
Wed 12th Sep 2018 | by Julie Gingell
Although January seems the more logical time to consider business growth, it’s actually during Q3 that SA Law receives the most calls for assistance.…
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Thinking ahead to success: How to sell or merge your business
Tue 11th Sep 2018 | by Mark Standish
Considering selling or merging your business? Read our guest interview with corporate-financier Mark Standish for his top tips.
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Liability for contractors' wrongdoing
Fri 7th Sep 2018 | by Keely Rushmore
Partner, Keely Rushmore writes in HR Magazine on the recent case relating to Barclays and claims of sexual assault.
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Changes to National Minimum Wage Enforcement under TUPE – Where does liability now lie?
Tue 4th Sep 2018 | by Chris Cook
Employment Law Update
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SA Law’s Reluctant Divorcee campaign is recognised by The Law Society
Mon 3rd Sep 2018 | by Julie Gingell
For the second year running, SA Law’s Reluctant Divorcee campaign is a finalist in the Law Society Excellence Awards. This year we are nominated for two…
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The Gender Agenda
Thu 30th Aug 2018 | by Keely Rushmore
Partner Keely Rushmore addresses transphobia in the workplace and the steps necessary to prevent it in The Global Recruiter.
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Life as a trainee solicitor in the Employment team
Tue 28th Aug 2018 | by Louise Bodeker
Trainee solicitor, Louise Bodeker, explains a typical day's work in the employment team at SA Law
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Life as a trainee solicitor in the Property Dispute Resolution department
Tue 28th Aug 2018 | by Stephanie Clarke
Trainee solicitor Stephanie Clarke explains her seat at SA Law with the Property Dispute Resolution team.
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Employers must be overt when monitoring staff in the workplace
Thu 23rd Aug 2018 | by Nikita Sonecha
“Employers need to be overt, not covert, in terms of the data they collect" Says SA Law employment solicitor Nikita Sonecha
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How a UK micro business sued Nike for trademark infringement and won
Thu 23rd Aug 2018 | by Nat Young
Nat Young, Senior Associate in the Litigation department at SA Law writes for Business Advice on the successes of a micro business against Nike
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Demystifying the Family Court
Mon 20th Aug 2018 | by Christine Caffrey
Family court is nothing like the on-screen legal dramas would have you believe. But misconceptions about going to court can sometimes affect a person’s…
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SA Law welcomes Divorce & Family Law Solicitor Elizabeth Tillyer
Mon 20th Aug 2018 | by Marilyn Bell
We are delighted to introduce you to Elizabeth Tillyer, who has joined our Family Law team.
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Julie Gingell joins the board of the St Albans Business Improvement District (BID)
Thu 16th Aug 2018
We are delighted to announce that our Director of Marketing and Business Development, Julie Gingell has joined the St Albans BID.
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Divorce: All about money - or making them pay?
Fri 10th Aug 2018 | by Ruth Abrams
Ruth Abrams comments in The Telegraph on money in divorce proceedings and how it can be used for power.
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Pilot could ease disclosure burden
Mon 6th Aug 2018 | by Clare Mackay
Clare Mackay, associate at SA Law, comments in The Law Society Gazette on whether the new disclosure rules will impact litigation cases.
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Justifying 'fat cat' pay
Mon 6th Aug 2018 | by Keely Rushmore
Partner, Keely Rushmore examines what the pay ratio reporting could mean for your company
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Poundworld administration - what happens next?
Mon 6th Aug 2018
Nat Young, Senior Associate explains what happens after a company enters into administration.
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Animals and divorce
Tue 31st Jul 2018 | by Marilyn Bell
Marilyn Bell, partner and head of family law, explains various cases which have seen couples agree on the future care for their animals quite amicably.
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Life as a trainee in the Wills & Probate department
Mon 30th Jul 2018 | by Alice Simpson
Ever wondered what life is like as a trainee at SA Law? Alice Simpson, trainee solicitor, details her experience in the Wills department.
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Celebrating award-winning SMEs from across Hertfordshire
Fri 27th Jul 2018 | by Julie Gingell
Partner & Director of Marketing & Business Development Julie Gingell announces the winners of the recent SME Hertfordshire awards.
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Should The Equalities Act 2010 be updated?
Fri 27th Jul 2018 | by Chris Cook
Chris Cook, partner and head of employment at SA Law, comments on a recent study which found that one in three employers admitted they were less likely…
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Disgust and disappointment at Supreme Court divorce ruling
Thu 26th Jul 2018 | by Marilyn Bell
Marilyn Bell, partner and head of family law comments in The Times on the recent ruling which saw Mrs Owens' appeal to divorce her husband dismissed.
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Should employers modify dress codes in this heatwave?
Thu 26th Jul 2018 | by Gill Garrett
Partner and Director of Finance and Business support, Gill Garrett, comments in The Times on whether extreme weather should see alterations to dress codes…
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Life as a trainee solicitor in the family law department
Wed 25th Jul 2018 | by Atousa Saddighzadeh
Trainee solicitor Atousa Saddighzadeh talks us through her 6 months working in the family law department at SA Law in St Albans and London.
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Mrs Owens must stay married
Wed 25th Jul 2018 | by Marilyn Bell
Partner and head of the family team at SA Law, Marilyn Bell, examines the recent ruling which saw the Supreme Court dismiss Mrs Owens' appeal.
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SA Law welcomes new tenants to their head office at Gladstone Place, St Albans
Tue 24th Jul 2018 | by Steve Ryan
SA Law welcome their new tenants, Motor Fuel Group, to Gladstone Place, St Albans. MFG is the UK’s second largest independent forecourt operator, with…
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Getting to the meat of employee choice
Thu 19th Jul 2018 | by Keely Rushmore
Companies must be made aware of discrimination laws when dictating what workers can and can't do, says Keely Rushmore, Partner at SA Law.
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SA Law celebrates 13th birthday with the promotion of four members of staff
Thu 19th Jul 2018 | by Gill Garrett
SA Law congratulates four members of staff who have recently been promoted.
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Supreme Court rules in Mills v Mills case
Wed 18th Jul 2018 | by Ruth Abrams
Ruth Abrams, partner at SA Law comments in The Law Society Gazette about divorced couples and the 'meal ticket for life'
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Worker versus Self-Employed
Fri 13th Jul 2018 | by Chris Cook
The Gig economy makes more headlines as The Supreme Court agree Mr Smith was a worker and Pimlico plumbers had fallen foul of employment rights.
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Divorce and the GDPR
Fri 13th Jul 2018 | by Chris Cook
In the Financial Times Adviser, Marilyn and Chris discuss the implications of being jointly instructed by one party in the proceedings.
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Amy Sevier wins the Women in Law Award for Property Litigation
Mon 9th Jul 2018 | by Steve Ryan
Head of Property Dispute Resolution, Amy Sevier has won a Women in Law 2018 Award from Lawyer Monthly magazine
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Should civil partnerships be available to all?
Fri 6th Jul 2018 | by Marilyn Bell
Marilyn Bell in Gay Times commenting on civil partnerships; for same-sex couples only, or for all?
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Reality TV and the protection of stars' welfare
Tue 3rd Jul 2018 | by Chris Cook
Head of Employment at SA Law, Chris Cook comments in The Daily Star on the increasing pressure for production companies to ensure the welfare of contestants.
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English Divorce for Foreign Nationals
Tue 3rd Jul 2018 | by Julie Cohen
Family Solicitor, Julie Cohen discusses the processes that Foreign Nationals have to undertake in order to get divorced in the UK, in English and Russian.
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The Government's guidance on The Trade Union Act 2016
Mon 2nd Jul 2018 | by Chris Cook
How should employers' implement the Trade Union Act 2016? Head of Employment at SA Law, Chris Cook explains.
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How to give evidence - our top tips
Mon 2nd Jul 2018 | by Keely Rushmore
Partner Keely Rushmore explains her top tips for giving evidence at Court.
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Bearing the brunt of business rates
Mon 2nd Jul 2018 | by Amy Sevier
Amy Sevier, Senior Associate at SA Law examines a recent case and what that means for ratepayers.
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Telecoms operators should be wary of hiding between their statutory powers
Fri 29th Jun 2018 | by Amy Sevier
A landmark decision is ruled under the Electronics Communications Code, Amy Sevier explains more.
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Caught between a rock and a hard place
Wed 27th Jun 2018 | by Clare Mackay
Clare Mackay, Associate at SA Law, examines a recent case where the Supreme Court upheld that non-oral modification clauses are effective. She gives her…
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Dress codes and sex discrimination - The Government's response
Wed 27th Jun 2018 | by Chris Cook
Read Head of Employment, Chris Cook's analysis of the Government's response to the 2015 Nicola Thorp "wear heels or go home" controversy.
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Welcome to our two new property experts
Tue 26th Jun 2018 | by Steve Kenneford
SA Law welcome two new real estate members to the team.
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To ban, or not to ban social media? That is the question
Mon 25th Jun 2018 | by Keely Rushmore
Employment Partner, Keely Rushmore writes for City A.M.
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GDPR: A five step guide to dealing with a data breach
Mon 25th Jun 2018 | by Chris Cook
Chris Cook shares a five step guide to dealing with a data breach including assessing risk & reporting.
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TheCityUK and its vision of a Post-Brexit UK Immigration Policy
Mon 25th Jun 2018 | by Gemma Jones
In light of concerns raised by employers that the current points-based system and the mechanisms by which it operates might not be appropriate for the…
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