If you are an employer, you should be aware of the five permitted reasons for dismissing an employee under the Employment Rights Act 1996. A dismissal for any reason falling outside of those stated in the legislation exposes you, or your company, to a [...]
Bankruptcy is the process where an individual is formally declared unable to pay their debts (debtor). Once the debtor is declared bankrupt their assets are liquidated and distributed amongst their creditors. In turn the debtor is released from further liability arising from the debts [...]
Buying a home with your partner can be the first step to a blissful life of love and harmony. It can also be the cause of trouble and strife – and not the marital kind. If you co-habit with someone who is not your spouse, [...]
Employers who issue contracts on day one send a powerful message about their commitment to clarity, professionalism, and legal compliance. Beyond merely avoiding penalties, having comprehensive employment contracts in place delivers these notable advantages: Clarity Reduces Disputes: By clearly documenting key terms such as [...]
Establishing Legal Compliance and Setting the Foundation for Success In issuing written employment contracts on or before a new employee first day of work is not merely a best practice it is a statutory requirement. The Employment Rights Act 1996 (ERA 1996) obliges employers [...]
Do you have an agricultural tenancy granted to you on or after 1 September 1995? The law surrounding agricultural tenancies is often extremely difficult to navigate, and if you are a tenant farmer who has been served with a notice to quit by your [...]
If you’ve been involved in a road traffic accident on or after 31 May 2021, you may be able to manage your claim independently through the Official Injury Claim Portal (“OIC”). The online portal was introduced to simplify the claims process for ‘low value’ [...]
Do you have an agricultural tenancy granted to you before 1 September 1995? Farming is not just an occupation; it is a way of life. That is why the law seeks to protect what are known as ‘Agricultural Holdings Act tenancies’, or ‘AHA’ tenancies. [...]
Quite simply, settlement agreements are a method of mutually bringing the employer/employee relationship to an end whilst protecting the interests of both parties. The primary objective of most settlement agreements is to protect the reputation of the employer and the employee. This is done [...]
At Mewies Solicitors, we believe that supporting our clients starts with supporting our people. That’s why we’re committe d to ensuring our team have the skills and knowledge they need to look after one another, both in and out of the workplace. We’re proud [...]