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08 January 2015
Issue: 7635 / Categories: Legal News
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Citizens Advice survey shows tribunal fees deter claims

tribunal fees, introduced in July 2013, would deter or make more than four out of five people less likely to bring a claim. Nearly half of all potential claimants said they would have to save for six months to afford tribunal fees of £1,200 in Fairer fees, a survey by Citizens Advice of 361 people with employment problems. More than 40% had less than £46 a week after essential bills. However, 90% said they would not be put off by a £50 fee.

 

Issue: 7635 / Categories: Legal News
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Ogier—Martin Livingston

Ogier—Martin Livingston

Martin Livingston joins Ogier in Cayman to strengthen regulatory support

Blake Morgan—47 promotions

Blake Morgan—47 promotions

Blake Morgan announces 47 summer promotions across UK offices

NEWS
Consultant-led law firms should prepare for closer regulatory attention as oversight evolves
Artificial intelligence may draft workplace grievances, but employers cannot treat them any differently from conventional complaints
From dishonest claimants to judicial promotions and procedural skirmishes, the latest legal developments offer plenty for litigators to digest
Fresh guidance is set to influence how courts decide whether hearings take place online or in person
County Court judges remain divided over whether landlords can lawfully force entry to carry out essential safety inspections after tenants ignore access injunctions
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