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When body language becomes workplace discrimination

June 2, 2025

A recent employment tribunal ruling, that of Mr R Watson v Roke Manor Research Ltd, has spotlighted a critical issue in today’s workplace: how unconscious behaviours, like sighs and exaggerated gestures, can cross the line into unlawful disability discrimination. The employment tribunal heard that Mr Watson, the claimant, struggled with timekeeping and focus at work […]

Should what happened in Vegas have stayed in Vegas – What to do if you regret a Vegas wedding

June 2, 2025

We have all done things we regret in life. For some, it might be something like a bad haircut, for others, it is eloping to Las Vegas (or anywhere else for that matter!) While it might have seemed romantic at the time to have your wedding officiated by an Elvis Presley impersonator before trying your […]

The Whistleblower Strikes Back: Tribunal Rules in Favour of NHS Worker After ‘Darth Vader’ Detriment

June 2, 2025

In the news this week is the story that “An NHS worker has been awarded almost £30,000 in compensation after being compared to Star Wars villain Darth Vader at work.” (BBC News). While it’s a gripping headline, the full story is, as you might expect, a little more complicated. Although the compensation was awarded recently, […]

Dividing wealth in divorce – A closer look at the law and what can be done

May 19, 2025

When a marriage breaks down, the question of how to divide assets can be just as difficult as the emotional fallout. The stakes are often higher for families with inherited wealth, business interests, or complex financial arrangements. The law that governs financial outcomes on divorce (the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 (the Act)), gives judges broad […]

Managing redundancy safely and effectively

May 15, 2025

The prospect of having to manage redundancy is daunting for any business owner. The law provides employees with several rights in a redundancy situation and, in order to avoid expensive mistakes, it is essential that employers and managers understand those rights. Employees who are dismissed by reason of redundancy may be entitled to a statutory […]

Employment Rights Bill: Key changes ahead

April 28, 2025

On 10 October 2024, the Government introduced the long-awaited Employment Rights Bill (The Bill, delivering on Labour’s promise to legislate within 100 days. Billed as “the biggest upgrade to workers’ rights in a generation”, the around 310-page Bill outlines over 30 significant reforms, with further detail to follow through consultation and secondary legislation. Most changes […]

Compliance with UK Employment Law: Why it’s vital for film and television production companies

April 28, 2025

Film and television production companies, like all businesses in the UK, must navigate the intricate landscape of employment law. The entertainment sector, however, presents unique challenges and opportunities in this regard. With an ever-evolving industry that involves a diverse workforce of actors, crew members, freelancers, and contractors, maintaining compliance with UK employment law is not […]

International child relocation – Legal considerations for separated couples

April 18, 2025

For English citizens who have married a foreign national or emigrated, relocating internationally with a child can present a complex set of legal challenges. Whether seeking to return to England with a child or move to another country, parents must overcome differing legal frameworks, jurisdictional conflicts, and parental consent requirements. If both parents do not […]

Divorce and family wealth – why a financial order brings closure

April 10, 2025

When a marriage ends, emotions run high, but so too can the financial stakes. For high-net-worth families, the challenge often lies not in deciding if wealth should be protected but in determining how to do it in a way that is both fair and future-proof. One common misunderstanding is that once the divorce is finalised, […]

Mackrell welcomes senior solicitor to Litigation and Dispute Resolution team

April 9, 2025

Mackrell, a leading international law firm, is delighted to announce the addition of Mark Ovenell to the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department. Mark qualified in 2002 and has over 20 years’ experience in pursuing and defending commercial litigation matters, in which he has covered a wide area of claims in the High Court and Appellate […]

“Playing Nice” – A legal perspective on the battle between biology and bonding

April 2, 2025

One of ITV’s latest psychological dramas, Playing Nice, has captivated audiences with its emotional and morally complex storyline. While the psychological and ethical dilemmas are front and centre, the legal implications of such a case are equally fascinating. The series is based on JP Delaney’s bestselling novel and follows Pete and Maddie, who have been […]

Gemma Hughes returns to lead Mackrells’ private client team

April 2, 2025

Mackrells is delighted to welcome back Gemma Hughes, who returns to the firm to head up its private client team. With a strong reputation for her expertise in estate administration, wills, trust management, and Court of Protection work, Gemma’s return strengthens the firm’s commitment to providing clear, compassionate, and expert legal advice to clients. Gemma […]

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