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 [...]
Have you ever been involved in a dispute, worried to take matters further and unsure about going to see a solicitor for advice? You hope matters sort themselves out, bury your head in the sand but unfortunately matters do not resolve. This can be [...]
Have you ever been to your GP or Hospital and had treatment, which was not correct, had a delay in your treatment, given the wrong medication, not been operated on correctly? There are numerous ways you may have not been treated correctly by a [...]
Section 21 evictions, commonly known as "no-fault" evictions, have been a significant point of contention in England's housing sector. These evictions allow landlords to reclaim their properties without providing a specific reason. What is a Section 21 Eviction? Under Section 21 of the Housing [...]