Halloween is upon us, and we here at SCE Solicitors are getting into the spooky spirit by hosting a Halloween Party. If you are like us, and want to have scare-fest this October, make sure your henchmen know how to behave to ensure you are not held vicariously liable for their dastardly deeds.
Read MoreArticles
Here you will find all the latest news from the SCE team. In this section we will feature news about what we have been up to, recent mentions in the press, information about the work we do in the community and lots more.
Monthly Archive October 2018
26
OctLitigants in Person: Do They Have the Upper Hand?
We often hear from commercial clients that when they are involved in a case where their opponent is a litigant in person that the Court almost bends over backwards to help the litigant in person, and sometimes they feel that they are at a disadvantage.
Whilst it is usually the case that the Court will take time to explain procedure to a litigant tin person, the case of Barton -v- Wright Hassall LLP [2018] UKSC 12 illustrates that the Court do not apply special rules for litigants in person.
Read More19
OctClearing the Air on Commercial Disputes
Navigating your way through a commercial dispute can be time consuming and stressful. Disruption caused to your business and the impact on managerial time can be costly.
Commercial disputes are becoming increasingly commonplace, and therefore it is essential that businesses obtain strategic advice as soon as possible in any dispute so that they can minimise the impact on the business.
12
OctThe Legal Risks Around Mismanagement of Mental Health Issues
Wednesday was World Mental Health Day, a good time for employers to look at their legal obligations towards staff who are suffering with mental health issues.
In this article we bring you up to speed with some of the issues which surround mental health in the workplace and provide you with a broad outline of some of the potential claims that might arise if you mismanage an employee who is suffering with mental health issues.
11
OctIs Ethnicity Pay Gap Reporting Next?
Companies may be forced to reveal their ethnicity pay gap under plans unveiled by the Prime Minister to help ethnic minority employees at work.
A consultation on mandatory pay reporting is among a number of measures announced by Theresa May.
Read More9
OctDismissal Unfair Despite Calling a Colleague a “Knob-Head”
This recent case highlights the importance of following the ACAS code of conduct when dealing with disciplinary matters correctly, before dismissing an employee.
Read More5
OctOur All New 5 Step Guide to Reducing Sickness Absence in the Workplace and Preventing Discrimination Claims
Managing sickness absence is a pivotal part of the successful running of your business. Letting sickness absence get out of control can mean that be business is not as productive, or efficient, as it could be. However, mismanagement of sickness absence can lead to a disability discrimination claim which could cost your business thousands of pounds.
Read More