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Oakwood Solicitors Responds to the PM Law Group Closure

Navigating the PM Law Group closure: Oakwood Solicitors supplies essential information for displaced staff and clients seeking to protect their ongoing legal matters.     At Oakwood Solicitors, we are deeply saddened by the news regarding the sudden closure of the PM Law Group and its many subsidiary firms across the country. The reports emerging…

Workplace Crisis: Neurodivergence Now a Top 3 Hurdle

Neurodivergence is rapidly becoming a major factor in workplace challenges, now ranking as the third most common reason employees are referred to occupational health, according to a recent study.   It trails only mental health and musculoskeletal (MSK) issues, highlighting a critical and evolving area for employers to address.     A Sharp Rise in…

Jersey States Members increase compensation rates for victims of work discrimination

On Tuesday, April 22, the maximum amount of compensation awarded to those who have experienced workplace discrimination was raised in Jersey.   States Members voted to raise the amount from £10,000 to £30,000. The assembly decided to approve Assistant Chief Minister Deputy Malcolm Ferey’s cap of £30,000, despite Social Security Minister Deputy Lyndsay Feltham’s proposal…

Pearson Hydraulics Ltd faces over £100,000 in fines following catastrophic workplace injury

A national hydraulics company, Pearson Hydraulics Ltd, based across the UK, was fined more than £100,00 after a serious workplace accident resulted in a worker losing his leg.   On July 26 2023, David Lawrence, a 63-year-old engineer, was working for Pearson Hydraulics Ltd, undertaking fault finding on a laser cutting machine, when the machine’s…

Major Changes to Unfair Dismissal: How the Human Rights Bill 2024-25 Transforms Employment Law

The new and improved Employment Rights Bill 2024-25 represents a significant step towards improving job security and fairness in the workplace.   By extending protections against unfair dismissal and reinforcing the rights of workers, the legislation seeks to foster a more equitable landscape, benefiting both employees and employers overall.     The Employment Rights Bill…

Teenage Soldier’s death linked to ‘Psychotic and possessive’ behaviour from supervisor, Inquest hears

An inquest into the death of Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck has revealed disturbing details about the intense and unwelcome behaviour she endured from her superior, Bombardier Ryan Mason, in the months leading up to her tragic death.   Gunner Beck, 19, was found dead at Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire on 15 December 2021, with…

New year, new job –  Laws to consider when leaving your job

As 2025 gets underway and you return to work – whether that is in an office, factory, warehouse or anywhere else, you may be thinking about what the year looks like ahead of you, and if you want to stay where you are.   But, we know that it can be confusing and stressful when…

Know your rights as a veteran in the workplace

As January comes around and 2025 gets underway, the chances are that you’re thinking about what the year ahead looks like for you.   January can often see employees consider their job choices and employment – especially if you have had issues with workplace grievances, harassment or abuse, pay disputes or discrimination in the workplace.…

Professional Care Workers Month 2024 – What are my rights?

This month marks Professional Care Workers’ Week, aimed at recognising the contribution care workers make to society.   Care Workers are often subjected to zero-hour contracts, unsociable hours, and low pay but continue to dedicate their lives to supporting others – including elderly and vulnerable people.     This month, is designed to highlight the…

Employers must take ‘reasonable steps’ to prevent sexual harassment

From next month, a change in the law will mean employers must take ‘reasonable steps’ to prevent sexual harassment at work.   The new law comes into force in October 2024 as the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill aims to strengthen existing protection for workers against sexual harassment.     According to the…