Can Huw Edwards be forced to repay £200k BBC salary? On Monday 16th September 2024, former BBC newsreader Huw Edwards was handed a six-month suspended prison sentence for accessing indecent images of children. Andrew Leakey 17th September 2024
Four-Day Workweek: Is It Legal? (And Why It Might Be the Future) The concept of a four-day working week has been gaining traction in recent years, with many businesses and individuals exploring its potential benefits. Andrew Leakey 16th September 2024
Jackson Lees Court of Protection Team Update – Meet our new team members Our Court of Protection team is proud to announce 4 new appointments. Esther Leach 12th September 2024
Bereaved children and young people silenced by the Covid Inquiry feel betrayed Families who were bereaved by Covid-19, including many children, say they feel betrayed by the Covid Inquiry after having their application for core participant status denied. Nicola Brook 9th September 2024
Dealing with complications regarding your child’s custody – a guide to court orders Following separation, childcare arrangements can often become a bit of a minefield and trying to reach an agreement can be tough. Your child’s needs and your relationship with your ex-partner will continue to evolve over time. Hollie Randles 6th September 2024
Your guide to the Stamp Duty Land Tax changes in 2025 When moving home, there are many fees and expenses you must keep in mind, and staying track of them all can be a struggle. Every savvy buyer wants to look out for ways to save on these costs to make the process slightly less expensive. Emma Clark 29th August 2024
Shocking report highlights disturbing conditions in Harmondsworth Immigration Removal Centre Emily Driver and Thomas Thrower discuss the shocking findings in the report on Harmondsworth Immigration Removal Centre Emily Driver 27th August 2024
A New Labour Goverment - the Right to Switch Off. What does this look like and how could it be implemented in the UK? Since the new Labour Government won a substantial majority following the UK General Election held on 4th July, they have committed to many changes within Employment Law. Andrew Leakey 22nd August 2024
A New Labour Government - Changes to employment law In its campaign, the new Government made it clear that its “New Deal for Working People” would be a fundamental part of its future plans, suggesting new employment legislation would be introduced within 100 days. Andrew Leakey 22nd August 2024
Celebrating Diversity and Legal Excellence: Jackson Lees at the MJLD awards On the 10th of August, we attended the annual Merseyside Junior Lawyers Division (MJLD) Awards and Summer Ball. We want to thank MJLD for a wonderful evening and for commemorating the hard work achieved in the legal sector across the region. Abbie Harrison 13th August 2024
Jackson Lees team enjoy educational talk from Dr Christopher Owen on allyship in the workplace At Jackson Lees Group, we are committed to providing opportunities for continual growth, learning and development when it comes to inclusivity and diversity. Shea Carson 9th August 2024
Jackson Lees Clinical Negligence team attend Disability Awareness Day The Clinical Negligence Team at Jackson Lees recently attended the Disability Awareness Day (DAD) event on Sunday, 14th July at Walton Gardens in Warrington. Joanne Maher 2nd August 2024