There are topical discussions to how Africa is becoming the hub for corporations and development, and though the continent’s constant battle with poverty and economic development is not yet over, many countries in Africa have come a substantial way. We speak to Taffesse Yirga on employment law in Ethiopia, the challenges it presents and how […]
The Fawcett Society has just launched a major review of the UK’s sex discrimination laws in response to the risk that long-established rights could be eroded or weakened as a result of Brexit and the UK leaving the EU single market. The review will also consider the effectiveness of the current laws and how best […]
Bankruptcy is a serious wall to hit for any business, but what solutions are available and which is more appropriate for certain scenarios? Lawyer Monthly here speaks to Craig Kelley, Esquire, Senior and Managing Partner at Kelley & Fulton, P.L. in Florida, US, who details what the possible avenues might be, and tells us a […]
Contributing to the topic of employment this month is Willy van Eeckhoutte, Founder of Van Eeckhoutte, Taquet & Clesse. A boutique Belgian law firm. Willy talks us through his firm’s experience and leadership in the employment sector, and details the importance of academic lawyers in advising the Supreme Court on certain aspect of law. […]
As electronic drones are becoming more popular, more advanced, and cheaper by the day, concerns are also rising as to the rules surrounding privacy, airspace, and property. The military have been using drones for some time now, but with rumours that some companies may eventually be using drones for delivery, that drone racing might actually […]
Lawyer Monthly speaks with Linky Trott, Partner at Edwin Coe LLP, who clarifies some uncertainties surrounding the UK’s recent holiday pay changes, and discusses the employment complexities involved in the use of social media. Linky also offers her expert advice on businesses needing guidance on this matter. Following recent changes to holiday pay laws, what […]
Ahead of National Kissing Day (24th June), solicitors Doyle Clayton, a leading specialist in workplace law, is warning that kissing in the workplace, even a ‘mwah’ on the cheek of colleagues and favoured suppliers, is a legal and etiquette nightmare – potentially even leading to costly discrimination and harassment rulings. Darren Clayton, Senior Partner of […]
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