by Philip McCabe | Sep 13, 2023 | News
Under UK data protection legislation, employees, also called “data subjects”, have the right to make a data subject access request (DSAR) to their employer who “processes” their personal data.. Amongst other things, as part of a DSAR, data subjects can expect to...
by Philip McCabe | Jul 27, 2023 | News
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to spread, its reach into the workplace is becoming increasingly common. From automating routine tasks to enhancing decision-making processes, AI can offer many benefits. However, its use also raises several legal and ethical...
by Philip McCabe | Jun 21, 2023 | News
Certified Copies As solicitors, we are often asked to certify that a photocopy of an original document is a true copy of the original. Some organisations won’t accept a certified copy unless it has been certified by a solicitor. Certified copies are often required...
by Philip McCabe | Jun 19, 2023 | News
The Government has recently unveiled its intentions to impose a three-month restriction on non-compete clauses within employment contracts. This proposed measure marks a significant departure from the current state of affairs. Currently, non-compete clauses should be...
by Philip McCabe | Jun 1, 2023 | News
Three new pieces of legislation have been passed by Parliament to help support the wellbeing of employees and protect vulnerable workers at difficult times in their lives. In summary the new laws are: The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023 will allow eligible...
by Philip McCabe | Jun 1, 2023 | News
On 2 May 2023, the very-to-the-point entitled Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 received royal assent. The topic of “tips” has sparked lots of discussions in recent years, focusing on how they should be handled, who they belong to, and how they...