The Employment Rights Bill is shaping up to be one of the most significant reforms in decades. A key change is within clause 26, which in its original form, would ban employers from dismissing staff who refuse to accept variations to their employment contracts. But recent proposed amendments suggest a more flexible approach may be on the horizon.
A new clause in the Employment Rights Bill has been proposed, which could mark a major shift in how employers manage allegations of harassment and discrimination.
Bermans have recently created a new practice area – ‘Creditor Services’ – this will allow Bermans to satisfy all clients’ recovery needs from one specialist practice area.
At Bermans, we continue to support our chosen charities – OnSide Youth Zones (The Hive and Mahdlo) as well as The Beacon Counselling Trust/Paul’s Place.
This article looks at the grounds for director disqualification as well as the legal framework that governs these processes and what directors should do if facing disqualification, empowering directors to better navigate their responsibilities and potential challenges.
If you are a business owner and still see cyber threats as “just an IT issue,” it’s time for a rethink. The UK Government and the National Cyber Security Centre has recently released a Cyber Governance Code of Practice (the Code) — and it’s aimed squarely at the boardroom.
Planning for the future is a crucial aspect of managing a business. As a business owner, the decisions you make today will impact the security and prosperity of your enterprise and your family in the years to come. This article delves into the essential legal topics you need to consider when crafting your future planning strategy, including Wills, Trusts, and probate.
We have noticed an increase recently in instructions from clients who own shares in private companies and who for a variety of reasons want to leave and sell their shares but find this difficult to achieve.