Draft legislation in the form of Paternity Leave (Amendment) Regulations 2024, set to be effective from April 2024 is currently under parliamentary review. Aiming to revise the current paternity leave legislation, these amendments include alterations in the stipulation for uninterrupted leave duration, notice to take [...]
At Backhouse Solicitors we understand that seeking legal advice for any matter can be a daunting experience. Whether it is Family Law advice you need, you’re moving home and not sure which Conveyancers to use or perhaps you are a business owner who would like [...]
In a recent development for workers' rights and workplace equality, the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill received Royal Assent on 26th October 2023. The Act is exclusively concerned with sexual harassment and this focus reflects a targeted effort to address and mitigate [...]
As well as a Will, it is important to have a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place when preparing for the future. This allows you to nominate a relative or close friend as an Attorney who will be able to make decisions on your [...]
At Backhouse Solicitors we understand how upsetting and confusing the probate process can be after the death of a loved one. “Where do I start?”, is usually the first question people ask themselves! Our Probate experts would like to help and have provided guidance and [...]
When preparing for the future, it’s important to have a Will in place. For many of us it appears at the bottom of a To-Do list and is something that you ‘must get round to’. Our Private Client team at Backhouse prepare Wills for clients [...]
It has been announced that amendments to the Equality Act 2010 will come into effect from January 1st, 2024. The Government believes that these changes to the Act will bolster protections for workers and ensure that discrimination, inequality, and unfair treatment are confronted head-on. [...]
Going through a divorce will almost certainly be a difficult and stressful experience for both parties. Dividing up finances and possessions and making arrangements for two new families can be a major task, but knowing the right things to ask and getting good advice can [...]
At this time of year, many employers will be reviewing their annual budgets for the next financial year. If staffing cuts are needed, the affected employees will generally be offered a Settlement Agreement making this a busy time of year for our employment team. In [...]
Restrictive Covenants are a legal tool used by employers to protect their business interests from damage by former employees. There have been public concerns raised that these are being used in an unfair way by employers, and as a result restrictive covenants have recently undergone [...]
