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Consequences of a partnership dissolution
What happens to partnership assets on a dissolution in the absence of agreement?
Reversal of changes to the Financial Promotions Order 2005
High-net-worth and sophisticated investor criteria – what’s all the fuss about?
Right to Work Audits
With increasing penalties and the introduction of eVisas, it is more important than ever that you carry out your Right to Work checks correctly. Callum De Freitas explains how we can help.
Corporate liability for failure to prevent fraud
Bill Dixon, a Partner in our Dispute Resolution & Litigation team, gives an update on implementation of the new criminal offence of failing to prevent fraud following the general election
Irish Citizens’ New Route to British Citizenship
A new Act of Parliament entitles Irish citizens to register for British citizenship.
Most Collateral Warranties will not be a construction contract, says Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has unanimously ruled that a collateral warranty is not a “construction contract” for the purposes of the section 104(1) of Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 (Construction Act 1996). This means parties do not have any statutory right at any time to adjudicate any dispute under it.
How to claim a refund from HMRC
Emily Neale, Partner in the Residential Conveyancing team, discusses how to apply to HMRC for a repayment of the stamp duty land tax payable on additional properties when you qualify for a refund.
Return of the Resident Labour Market Test?
Labour have indicated that they might reinstate the Resident Labour Market Test as part of their immigration policy. But what is the Test, and what does it mean for employers?
Labour’s Immigration Policy
With the Labour party having achieved a majority in the 2024 General Election, Imelda Reddington provides a reminder of their plans for immigration policy.
Can an employer benefit from a “future claims” waiver under a settlement agreement where employment is continuing?
The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) have ruled that in some circumstances, a “future claims” waiver in a settlement agreement may be enforceable where employment is continuing.
Director’s personal liability for wrongs committed by companies
Scope of accessory liability for torts and of requirement to account for profits
A Duty to Redeploy?
Are employers required to consider redeploying employees within their business, as an alternative to dismissing them?
