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‘No Oral Modification’ clauses in contracts can be valid and enforceable
08 February 2019
Parties to a contract may vary its terms by mutual agreement provided that (i) consideration is given (or the variation agreement is executed as a deed); and (ii) any necessary...
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The unavailability of the companion – to postpone or not to postpone?
07 February 2019
Carrying out a fair disciplinary, capability or grievance procedure is essential for avoiding unfair dismissal claims and although the principles are well-established, many employers are still getting it wrong. Claims...
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06 February 2019
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06 February 2019
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Seven ways in which to minimise your Inheritance Tax bill
06 February 2019
There are many advantages to good tax planning such as passing on wealth to the next generation and being able to see for yourself how it can positively affect their...
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Negotiating a settlement agreement at the end of employment
04 February 2019
A settlement agreement (previously called a compromise agreement) is mainly entered into by an employee and employer at the end of the employment relationship and involves the employee waiving their...
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Local authority lessons learned in 2018
04 February 2019
This year there have been some interesting cases looking at the conduct of local authorities and creditors when commencing bankruptcy proceedings or serving court documents on debtors. It is important...
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Automatic enrolment alert: Consultation with employees – some pitfalls
04 February 2019
Employers should be alert to the mandatory increases in total minimum contributions to their qualifying workforce pension schemes under the automatic enrolment regulations. These increases will be required from the...
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Supreme Court rules on disclosure of past convictions
04 February 2019
UPDATE: In response to the Supreme Court decision, the Government announced in July 2020 that it would change the rules relating to what needs to be disclosed on, and removed...
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Should you be influencing your influencers?
04 February 2019
On 23 January 2019 the Competition and Markets Authority ("CMA") published new guidance for social media influencers ("the Guidelines"). This guidance makes clear the need for influencers, and the brands...
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CVAs: Some Pros and Cons
01 February 2019
If you are a commercial landlord or tenant, you are likely to have heard of a company voluntary agreement. A 'company voluntary agreement', known more commonly as a 'CVA' is...
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Charities Newsletter – January 2019
31 January 2019
Our Charities team here at Blake Morgan publishes bulletins to keep you up-to-date with breaking news and topical issues affecting the sector. We also offer regular charity trustee induction and...
