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21 May 2009
Issue: 7370 / Categories: Legal News , Terms&conditions , Employment
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Trouble brewing over redundancies

News in brief

More than a third of employers are considering making redundancies in the next six months, but many risk sizeable claims for damages because they are unaware of the laws on redundancy consultation, according to a survey by law firm Pinsent Masons. Some 84% of respondents who were considering making redundancies in the next six months were unaware of the correct length of time required to consult with employees, and 28% did not know that failing to consult with employees could result in a penalty against the company.

Issue: 7370 / Categories: Legal News , Terms&conditions , Employment
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

NLJ Career Profile: Daniel Burbeary, Michelman Robinson

NLJ Career Profile: Daniel Burbeary, Michelman Robinson

Daniel Burbeary, office managing partner of Michelman Robinson, discusses launching in London, the power of the law, and what the kitchen can teach us about litigating

Joelson—Jennifer Mansoor

Joelson—Jennifer Mansoor

West End firm strengthens employment and immigration team with partner hire

Sidley—Jeremy Trinder

Sidley—Jeremy Trinder

Global finance group strengthened by returning partner in London

NEWS
The controversial Courts and Tribunals Bill has passed its second reading by 304 votes to 203, despite concerted opposition from the legal profession
The presumption of parental involvement is to be abolished, the Lord Chancellor David Lammy has confirmed
A highly experienced chartered legal executive has been prevented from representing her client in financial remedies proceedings, in a case that highlights the continued fallout from Mazur
Plans to commandeer 50%-75% of the interest on lawyers’ client accounts to fund the justice system overlook the cost and administrative burden of this on small and medium law firms, CILEX has warned
Lawyers have been asked for their views on proposals to change the penalties for assaulting a police officer
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