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Unfair dismissal

Unfair dismissal

For a dismissal to be fair, the reason (or main reason) for the dismissal must be one of the potentially fair reasons under section 98 of the Employment Rights Act 1996. These are capability, conduct, redundancy, statutory illegality, or some other substantial reason...
Having open workplace conversations about menopause

Having open workplace conversations about menopause

Employers should check they are having the right conversations to support those experiencing problems in the workplace because of the menopause. Ellie Temple a Paralegal within the Corporate and Commercial Team here at Wollens explores this. With growing numbers of...
How does the Public Law Outline (PLO) work in practice?

How does the Public Law Outline (PLO) work in practice?

A Public Law Outline (also known as a PLO) process is initiated by the local authority when there are concerns relating to a child’s safety. This can be an unnerving time for parents. Sophie Rew, a Paralegal within the Family Team here at Wollens explains how our...
Winter accidents – keep yourself safe from winter hazards.

Winter accidents – keep yourself safe from winter hazards.

Personal Injury specialist Chris Tagg takes a look at the hazards associated with winter accidents. Winter.  Christmas is over and if you took careful note of my pre-Christmas tips hopefully you didn’t saw your thumb off, fall off a ladder putting the decorations up...
New Year, New Business Opportunities?

New Year, New Business Opportunities?

Understanding the Differences Between an Asset Purchase and a Share Purchase. Uncertainty.  Risks.  Challenges. Many businesses have been through a lot in recent months; however, for some, the turbulence has now given way to, if not created, opportunities for growth....