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Jun 2017

Queen’s Speech 2017 Employment Law Implications

On 21 June 2017 the legislation the government intends to introduce or carry over into the 2017-19 Parliament was set out in the Queen’s Speech 2017. Within the announcements were various matters which will have implications from an employment law context. National Living Wage It was announced that the National Living Wage will increase to…

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22
Jun 2017

Claimant awarded £30,000.00 damages in lifting accident at work

We were consulted by a client regarding an accident he had had at work and following risk assessment we agreed to act for the client on a no win no fee basis. Circumstances The Claimant attended the warehouse to have his wagon unloaded which consisted of 6 single pallets and 3 double pallets. Usually the…

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21
Jun 2017

Chadwick Lawrence Support First Unsung Heroes Awards

Chadwick Lawrence showed their support of the first Unsung Heroes Awards, organised by the Community Foundation Wakefield District. Held at Unity Works on 9th June 2017, the event was hosted by Christa Ackroyd and welcomed 150 guests from across West Yorkshire. Having received close to 100 nominations, the judging panel had a difficult task of…

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21
Jun 2017

Chadwick Lawrence Raise Money for Alzheimer’s Society Cupcake Day

Chadwick Lawrence staff located at the Wakefield office recently took part in the Alzheimer’s Society Cupcake Day 2017. Team members were encouraged to bake their own cupcakes and bring these in to the office to sell, in order to raise vital funds for Alzheimer’s Society. The team also held a raffle with two hampers filled…

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16
Jun 2017

Spotlight on: Hodsons Estate Agents

Our Home and Property team recently engaged with James Clarke, the managing director of Hodsons Estate Agents to gain advice from the professionals that you should consider when buying a home. How long have you been an estate agent? 26 Years What do you like about your job? It’s a bit cliché but every day…

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15
Jun 2017

Why should I appoint legal guardians in my Will?

It is sometimes common misunderstanding that if you and your partner were to pass your children would automatically be looked after by your close family or relatives. This is not true – if your children are minors (i.e. under 18 years of age) and you do not appoint legal guardians for your children following your…

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