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Hogan Lovells and Shearman Sterling End Merger Talks Discussions

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Hogan Lovells and Shearman Sterling End Merger Talks Discussions In the competitive landscape of legal services, strategic collaborations often shape the direction of firms and their capabilities. Recently, discussions surrounding a potential union between two prominent entities have come to an unexpected halt, prompting observers to reflect on the implications of such decisions. Understanding the …

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The Ruling On Holiday Pay Which Has Emerged From The Employment Appeal Tribunal

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Holiday Pay Claims Lawyers in Edinburgh, Glasgow and across Scotland on The Ruling On Holiday Pay Which Has Emerged From The Employment Appeal Tribunal The UK’s Business Secretary Vince Cable has been forced to respond to an employment tribunal ruling decision that has wide repercussions for businesses across the UK. He is setting up a …

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Vince Cable sets out to tackle abuse of zero hour contractors

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A new UK bill takes a closer look at employment law giving more strength to whistle-blowers and ensuring enforcement of minimum pay levels. Vince Cable, the UK Business Secretary, has taken aim at the abuses of zero hour contracts in the Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Bill. The Bill, introduced to the UK parliament, is …

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A fine time to build a flexible workplace

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Adelle Morris, (pictured, left) an employment lawyer with Grigor & Young in Elgin, hails the extension of flexible working as a benefit for all – provided the guidelines for employee and employers are clear. The right to request flexible working is crucial to many carers who look after young children, disabled people and adults in …

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Happy holidays? Trouble brewing for employers on the pay front

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Ian Watson, a veteran employment law trainer and consultant, examines the latest decision that commission should be included for employees heading off on annual leave. With the holiday season fast approaching, there is one thorny issue that can cause major headaches: holiday pay. For many years calculating the amount to be paid to employees taking …

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It’s E-day. An early reminder of vital changes for work disputes

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Sally McCartney (pictured), a partner and employment lawyer with Kippen Campbell in Perth, and a member of United Employment Lawyers, explains why 6th May 2014 is a significant date. Today – 6th May 2014 – is E-day for anyone involved in an employment dispute. Of course, the ‘E’ stands for Early Conciliation. While Early Conciliation …

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UEL welcomes early dispute resolution as way forward for UK’s employment matters

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The introduction of Early Conciliation today (6 April) is a significant step which will help thousands who face uncertainty over their future in the workplace, says the founder of United Employment Lawyers. Malcolm Mackay, the chairman of UEL, says: “This is a significant step change across the UK that is to be welcomed. Anything that …

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