Author Archive

Ian Machray considers an important Court of Appeal decision which has implications on how easy it is for employees to prove discrimination claims

David Clay reports on a European case which could trigger a new wave of holiday pay litigation by individuals claiming worker status. 

David Clay discusses whether a faith school’s policy of segregating girls and boys amounts to direct discrimination.

We explain a recent case in the European courts which considered whether a minimum height requirement was indirect sex discrimination.

We report on the failed Uber appeal over the employment status of their drivers and the legal consequences 

Ian Machray explores whether dismissing an employee for failing to provide evidence of a right to work in the UK can be a fair decision.

The corporate team at Field Seymour Parkes has advised Phil Shaul and Sarah Hull on the sale of the entire share capital of City Lettings (Norwich) Limited, to Leaders, part of the Leaders Roman Group.

We explore the new Acas guidelines on improving mental health in the workplace.

We report on whether workers should be protected against dismissal from the moment they are pregnant.

Ian Machray reports on whether a dismissal can be unfair due to a disciplinary investigation being too thorough.

Michael Higgin considers a recent decision of the Upper Tribunal to modify a restrictive covenant under a rarely successful statutory ground.

Cathrine Ripley, in FSP’s Commercial & Technology team, looks at the new Trade Secrets Directive.