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‘Tis the Season: Office Christmas Parties: The Dos and Don’ts
Tue 5th Dec 2023 | by Beth Leng
After a brief Government-imposed (though apparently not observed) lull during the Covid years, the office Christmas party scene is back with vengeance…
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New National Minimum Wage Rates Confirmed for April 2024
Tue 5th Dec 2023 | by Chris Cook
Changes to the rates and National Minimum Wage will mean that more employees will be eligible for the National Living Wage. Employers should pay careful…
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Executive Service Agreements and the Reasonable ‘ask’
Tue 5th Dec 2023 | by Beth Leng
Moving from one organisation to another, whether alone or as part of a bigger team, can be traumatic. Excitement about career progression or advancement,…
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What Impact Will the Recent Judgement for Deliveroo Riders Have on Employers and Employees?
Wed 22nd Nov 2023 | by Beth Leng
After the Supreme Court ruled Deliveroo riders as self-employed, Beth Leng was asked to comment on the implications the decision will have on employers/employees…
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The Implications of the new Economic Crime Act for Company Directors who Fail to Prevent Fraud
Thu 9th Nov 2023 | by Vincent Billings
After The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act came into law on Thursday, Vincent Billings was asked to discuss what this Act now means…
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Improved Protection From Sexual Harassment for Employees
Tue 7th Nov 2023 | by Chris Cook
A Bill which seeks to protect employees from sexual harassment has reached the final stages and received Royal Assent. The new obligations are expected…
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What Must Nokia do to Carry out Their Redundancies Legally?
Thu 26th Oct 2023 | by Chris Cook
Nokia recently announced that on the back of disappointing financial results they will be cutting up to 14,000 jobs worldwide by the end of 2026 in the…
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What do Conveyancers Need to Know About The Building Safety Act 2022?
Fri 20th Oct 2023 | by Helen Young
Following the enforcement of the Building Safety Act 2022, buyers have been more reluctant to purchase “Relevant Buildings” due to the potential safety…
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SA Law Lawyers Commended for Excellent Client Service and Technical Expertise in the Latest Rankings by Both Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500
Thu 19th Oct 2023 | by Steve Ryan
SA Law has once again been recognised as a top law firm by two of the world’s leading legal market researchers, Chambers & Partners and The Legal…
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The Issues Around The Building Safety Act
Thu 12th Oct 2023 | by Robert Ryall
Robert Ryall and Helen Young discuss the issues around The Building Safety Act as it reaches its one year anniversary.
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'Data Bridge’ for UK-US data transfers launched
Wed 11th Oct 2023 | by Chris Cook
From 12 October 2023, organisations exporting personal data from the UK will be able to rely on the UK-US Data Bridge to secure a free and safe exchange…
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AECOM Ltd v Mallon: EAT Emphasises Discrimination Risks in Recruitment Process
Wed 4th Oct 2023 | by Nishma Chudasama
The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) in AECOM Ltd v Mallon [2023] has upheld the employment tribunal's decision, affirming that an employer had an obligation…
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Lynskey v Direct Line: £65k Damages Awarded for Failure to Make Reasonable Adjustments for Menopausal Employee
Wed 4th Oct 2023 | by Nishma Chudasama
The recently published judgment in Lynskey v Direct Line Insurance Services Ltd [2022] highlights the risks involved in putting a disabled employee through…
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Speed-up Your Home Purchase: Tips From a Conveyancing Solicitor
Wed 27th Sep 2023 | by Claire Brook
Claire Brook discusses some top tips for speeding up your home purchase.
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SA Law Granted Law Society Accolade for the Fifteenth Year Running
Wed 6th Sep 2023 | by Steve Ryan
SA Law is proud to announce that it has been awarded Lexcel for the fifteenth year running.
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St Albans Food & Drink Festival 2023
Fri 1st Sep 2023 | by Victoria Thomson
SA Law is delighted to show its support once again through sponsorship of the St Albans Food & Drink Festival. This year’s festival will be taking…
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Legal Costs Recoverable From an Opponent to Change
Fri 25th Aug 2023 | by Tracy Lacey-Smith
New fixed recoverable costs rules, which come into effect from 1 October 2023, will mean that a successful party is likely to recover less from their…
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How Will a Prenup Protect Britney Spears Following Her Split With Sam Asghari?
Thu 24th Aug 2023 | by Julie Cohen
A UK Lawyer's Perspective on Britney Spears' Divorce
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What Are Nesting Arrangements?
Wed 23rd Aug 2023 | by Sonal Parekh
Family Solicitor Sonal Parekh explains what nesting arrangements are and the key considerations if you are contemplating it as an option for the shared…
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Is Agreeing a Price Enough to Create a Binding Contract? Not Necessarily...
Mon 21st Aug 2023 | by Clare Mackay
As litigators, we get involved when things have gone wrong with a transaction. Often, the starting point is to establish whether the parties have a binding…
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Should You Review Your Credit Control Regime?
Thu 17th Aug 2023 | by Anna Billy
In uncertain times, streamlining your debt control approach can make all the difference to your cashflow.
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What Next for Wilko Employees?
Mon 14th Aug 2023 | by Emily Morrison
Wilko, the UK homeware retailer, has collapsed into administration putting more than 12,000 jobs at risk. What can employees expect from the administration…
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Compulsory Mediation for Small Claims Under £10,000
Mon 31st Jul 2023 | by Clare Mackay
MoJ confirms compulsory mediation for civil claims up to £10,000, including specified money claims, in a bid to reduce pressures on the courts and solve…
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Neurodiversity and Family Law
Thu 27th Jul 2023 | by Sonal Parekh
Family Solicitor explores how neurodiversity can affect people who are going through divorce, separation or disputes about finances or the children.
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Changes to the Intestacy Rules Benefit Spouses and Civil Partners
Thu 27th Jul 2023 | by Clare Mackay
When a person dies without leaving a valid will, there is a set order in which relatives will inherit their estate which is set out in the Intestacy rules.There…
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The Great Unretirement and How Your Business Can Benefit
Mon 24th Jul 2023 | by Chris Cook
The increased cost of living and economic downturn has caused 2.5 million pre-retirees to delay retirement. In addition, a wave of people aged 50 and…
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Will UK SME’s be Impacted by EU Gig Economy Law Reforms?
Mon 24th Jul 2023 | by Gita Patel
After it was recently announced that a new law will be created to help millions of gig workers gain the status and rights of an employee, Gita Patel was…
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Undue Influence by a Daughter Results in a Will Being Declared Invalid
Thu 20th Jul 2023 | by Clare Mackay
The two most common grounds for challenging the validity of a will are that the testator lacked the necessary mental capacity to make the will and that…
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Is a Bank Liable for Processing a Fraudulent Payment Made on Their Customer's Instructions?
Mon 17th Jul 2023 | by Clare Mackay
The eagerly awaited Supreme Court decision in Philipp v Barclays Bank UK Plc [2023] UKSC 25 will come as a blow to victims of fraud who are duped into…
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Top Tips for Co-Parenting Through the Summer
Mon 17th Jul 2023 | by Sonal Parekh
Family Solicitor shares her top tips for separated parents for effectively communicating, making plans for the children, handling holidays and avoiding…
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Navigating the Digital Afterlife
Wed 12th Jul 2023 | by Penelope Samuels
In a recently published article, Penelope Samuels discusses the inadequacies of the current legal framework around the need for legislation…
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Tips for Juniors Struggling With Supervisors
Wed 12th Jul 2023 | by Kelly Pike
It’s expected that a legal career may require long hours, however many firms have been reflecting on how they can improve their work/life balance through…
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The 8 Future Employment Trends
Thu 6th Jul 2023 | by Gita Patel
New Flexible Working RulesOnce the new rules are implemented, employees will have the right to request flexible working from day one of their employment,…
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Holidays and Travelling Abroad Alone With Children
Mon 3rd Jul 2023 | by Sonal Parekh
Family Solicitor shares key actions and legal pointers for single parents to consider before travelling abroad with their children.
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Napping at Work
Mon 26th Jun 2023 | by Christine Caffrey
Christine Caffrey was asked to discuss whether naps should be encouraged in the workplace after new research revealed naps are good for brain health…
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Why Did Major Firms Get Caught Not Paying The National Minimum Wage?
Mon 26th Jun 2023 | by Gita Patel
After more than 200 companies were outed by the government for failing to pay staff the minimum wage, Gita Patel was asked to comment on how…
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Inspiring Hertfordshire Awards 2023 Event Overflowed With the County’s Talent
Fri 23rd Jun 2023 | by Victoria Thomson
In an unprecedented year for entries, the 12th ‘Oscars of Hertfordshire’ were a spectacular celebration of the county’s outstanding businesses and the…
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New Employment Protections at Work for Parents and Unpaid Carers Given Royal Assent
Tue 20th Jun 2023 | by Emily Morrison
Parents and carers will be provided with additional protections at work, covering leave entitlement and redundancy rules, as a result of three bills which…
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Celebrating the 2023 St Albans Half Marathon
Mon 12th Jun 2023 | by Megan Kerr
SA Law were proud to sponsor the 2023 St Albans Half Marathon; a much-loved community event that has taken place for the last 41 years. In addition to…
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SA Law Appoints Five Associates
Fri 9th Jun 2023 | by Steve Ryan
Congratulations to five of our colleagues who have recently been promoted.
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Video Guides on Data Protection and Direct Marketing
Wed 7th Jun 2023 | by Christine Caffrey
Find the new bitesize video guides about data protection and direct marketing launched by the Information Commissioner's Office here.
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This Week’s Fine Imposed on Facebook Data
Wed 31st May 2023 | by Christine Caffrey
In a recently written article published in The Legal Diary, Christine Caffrey was asked to comment on the news of Facebook being fined €1.2bn…
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Disabilities and divorce Q&A: Family Law
Fri 19th May 2023 | by Sonal Parekh
We understand that having a disability of any sort and not knowing what this means for the future can take a strain on relationships and be a source of…
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Changes to Working Time Regulations, TUPE and Non-Compete Clauses
Mon 15th May 2023 | by Chris Cook
Chris Cook and Emily Morrison discuss the significant changes announced by the Government on Working Time Regulations, TUPE and Non-Compete Clauses.
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Feedback on Culture
Fri 12th May 2023 | by Kelly Pike
Kelly Pike outlines how establishing working groups helps to build a positive feedback culture in a law firm.
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Employee Sabbaticals: Business Benefits and Tips on Getting the Policy Right
Thu 11th May 2023 | by Gita Patel
Gita Patel outlines the business benefits of offering sabbatical leave to employees.
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Updated CPS Guidance
Fri 28th Apr 2023 | by Marilyn Bell
‘Love-bombing’ included in new CPS guidance on prosecuting abusive partners
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When do EPC Exemptions Apply to Commercial PRS Properties?
Mon 24th Apr 2023 | by Gary Dunger
In a recently published article in Property Week, Gary Dunger was asked to discuss what EPC exemptions exist for commercial developers amid…
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Domestic Abuse victims warned to turn off secret phones ahead of the national test of the UK emergency alerts service
Wed 19th Apr 2023 | by Sonal Parekh
Domestic violence campaigners warn vicitms and those at risk to turn off hidden/secret mobile phones ahead of the national test of the UK emergency alerts…
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Employment Law Update
Sat 1st Apr 2023 | by James Cresswell
James Cresswell and Nishma Chudasama discuss the 5 legal updates employers need to know this April.
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