2024 Commercial property: Flexibility, sustainability, shifts
Commercial property trends 2024 According to PropertyWire, flexibility, sustainability, and diversification are key trends in the commercial property market so far this year. Flexible workspaces are increasingly in demand, reflecting the shift to hybrid working since the pandemic. Co-working spaces, quality buildings, and adaptable offices, as well as those in prime locations, are more popular. […]
2024 Election: Conservatives’ proposed reforms to anti-discrimination legislation
Whilst not making it explicitly into their manifesto, the Conservatives have expressed a wish to protect the “privacy and dignity of women and girls” by defining sex as biological in the Equality Act 2010. What does this mean for employers? Presently, under the Equality Act, sex is not explicitly defined, but the protected characteristic of […]
Guidance for directors navigating financial distress
At Tees Law, we acknowledge business owners’ difficulties when their company is in financial distress. Our seasoned insolvency advisors are on hand to provide the expertise and support required during such testing times. This article aims to dissect the role of company directors amidst financial distress, the legalities and choices involved in managing insolvency, and […]
Election 2024: What’s in store for employment law?
Ahead of the upcoming election on Thursday, 4 July, Alex Haines examines the major parties’ proposals for employment law reforms. In this first instalment Alex looks at Labour’s proposals to create a single status of worker and the Conservatives’ continuing efforts to reform trade union legislation and what this could mean for businesses and individuals. […]
Planning for the school holidays
The school holiday season can be stressful enough for separated parents. In this article, we will discuss how to best plan for the holiday. Every year our family law solicitors advise parents who are facing difficult questions around the holiday periods following separation. For a lot of families, issues centre around deciding with whom the […]
Ophthalmic medical negligence claims
A study commissioned by the Royal National Institute for the Blind (RNIB) found that 2 million people in the UK are living with sight loss that is severe enough to have a significant impact on their daily lives. Half of this sight loss was said to have been avoidable with a worrying lack of awareness when it […]
Professional negligence time limits: The clock is ticking
If you have a professional negligence claim, it is crucially important that you are aware of the time limit or limitation period applicable to your claim. Once the limitation period expires, the negligent professional gains an absolute defence to the claim, and you cannot recover your losses. Limitation periods exist because it is considered unfair […]
Commercial property market review April 2024
Latest research from Cluttons indicates that vacancy rates hit 4.1% at the end of 2023 – up from 3.8% in September. This is partly due to e-commerce activity remaining strong and the demand for buildings to meet net zero standards. Vacancies are expected to keep increasing as supply continues to be released into the market. […]
Understanding retirement village purchases
Are you contemplating purchasing a property in a retirement village? It’s crucial to comprehend the distinct elements of this type of property acquisition. In this guide, we will delve into the key considerations, financial implications, and legal matters to consider when purchasing in a retirement village. What to consider when purchasing in a retirement Village […]
Medical negligence in mental health: Essex NHS Trust Inquiry
Mental health care in the UK has faced growing scrutiny in recent years, with numerous cases of medical negligence exposing systemic failings. One of the most concerning examples is the Essex Partnership University NHS Trust (EPUT), where the deaths of hundreds of mental health patients have led to the establishment of the Lampard Inquiry. This […]
When should Non-Disclosure Agreements be used?
A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is a legal contract used to prevent people from discussing confidential information. In employment law they are often parts of a contract, or sometimes a standalone contract between employees and their employer. Typically NDAs prevent employees and former employees from making information public, they can sometimes be referred to as ‘gagging […]
Nesting: What is it and does it benefit children?
You may have come across the term ‘nesting’ or ‘birdnesting’ in the context of post-separation parenting and divorce. In this piece, we look at nesting, its benefits and disadvantages. Nesting defined Nesting is a co-parenting arrangement where the children remain in the family home and the mum and dad alternate living there. In some cases, […]
