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Wetherspoons Tribunal Leaves a Bitter Taste: Autistic Employee Awarded £25k Over Discount Code Dispute

Wetherspoons Tribunal Leaves a Bitter Taste: Autistic Employee Awarded £25k Over Discount Code Dispute

In the recent case of Halstead v J D Wetherspoons plc the Tribunal held that the Respondent acted ‘disproportionately to ...
All in a Day's Work - Making Sense of IR35 and Off-Payroll Rules

All in a Day’s Work – Making Sense of IR35 and Off-Payroll Rules

In this episode Tom Hyatt and Alex Harper are breaking down IR35 and the off-payroll rules. Discussing what they mean, ...
“A loved one has died, what do I do now?” - why everyone should seek initial advice from a Solicitor when dealing with Probate.

“A loved one has died, what do I do now?” – why everyone should seek initial advice from a Solicitor when dealing with Probate.

Dealing with the death of a loved one is emotionally taxing, and when the thought of having to deal with ...
Dyslexic chef serves up a Tribunal win for failure to make reasonable adjustments

Dyslexic chef serves up a Tribunal win for failure to make reasonable adjustments

A recent Employment Tribunal case has underlined the importance of making reasonable adjustments, particularly for neuro diverse employees ...
Why Charity Governance Matters: Lessons from the Sentebale Case 

Why Charity Governance Matters: Lessons from the Sentebale Case 

Learn how the Sentebale case highlights key charity governance failures and what trustees can do to strengthen compliance and public ...
Advance care planning: How we can help you plan for the future

Advance care planning: How we can help you plan for the future

Advance care planning is about preparing for the possibility that you or your loved ones may need care in the ...
Who Gets the Kids? The Truth About Child Arrangements in UK Law 

Who Gets the Kids? The Truth About Child Arrangements in UK Law 

Forget the custody myth - discover how family courts in England and Wales focus on child welfare, shared care, and ...
Should You Use AI to Write Your Will? Risks and the Future of Estate Planning

Should You Use AI to Write Your Will? Risks and the Future of Estate Planning

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly impacted various industries, including the legal and financial sectors ...
Swearing at your boss: Career-ending or just a bad day?

Swearing at your boss: Career-ending or just a bad day?

The recent case of Herbert v Main Group Services highlights the critical importance of following a fair and proper process ...
The new FCA rules for tackling non-financial misconduct in financial services

The new FCA rules for tackling non-financial misconduct in financial services

The FCA released a consultation paper on the 2nd of July 2025 seeking feedback on draft guidance to assist firms ...
Business and Agricultural Relief: The Inheritance Tax Changes Explained

Business and Agricultural Relief: The Inheritance Tax Changes Explained

Inheritance Tax is often a sensitive and emotive issue for all individuals, but perhaps especially so when it involves family ...
Employee wins £16k after unfair dismissal over mock Irish accent

Employee wins £16k after unfair dismissal over mock Irish accent

A recent Tribunal decision in Davies v Oscar Mayer Ltd offers a useful reminder to employers about the importance of ...

Best Law Firms 2024

Herrington Carmichael has once again been named in the Times Best Law Firms. We were first listed in 2023 and have once again made the Best Law Firms list for 2024.  

www.thetimes.co.uk/article/herrington-carmichael

Best Law Firm 2024