Case Studies & Articles

Disability Discrimination in the Workplace

Our expert employment law solicitors in Staines were recently approached by a lady who wanted our help in relation to a disability discrimination case. Our client was employed as an...

Whistleblowing Investigations

Recently, our employment law solicitors in the Reading office were contacted to conduct an investigation for our client who is an international company with offices throughout Europe. Their Head Office...

Where there’s a Will there’s a way

No one likes to talk about death, but you can leave problems for your family if you don't make plans. It can feel daunting, but making a will can be...

Will my Inheritance still be mine if we get divorced?

For unmarried couples, the answer is usually straightforward. In most cases it will belong to the person who received it and they will not be under any legal obligation to...

Remember a Charity Week 2021 – Why leaving money to charity in a Will is so wonderful

As we here at Rowberry Morris gear up to officially mark the annual ‘Remember A Charity Week’, it’s important to reflect upon why leaving money to charity in a Will is such a valuable, selfless and compassionate act to...

I am being made redundant – what are my rights?

Redundancy is commonly used by employers to reduce the number of employees. Typically, it arises if the business closes, if a workplace closes or if there is a reduction in...

How do I make a flexible working request?

Some employers want their staff to make a return to the workplace. A fifth of businesses say that they will expect staff to be in the office five days a...

I have been given a settlement agreement – what happens now?

Settlement agreements are a confidential way of your employer agreeing with you how the employment relationship will end. It may have been given to you during an open redundancy process,...

Why is it important to keep your Will updated?

There’s no escaping the fact that the idea of writing a will can be difficult for some. Doing something that forces you to face your own mortality can be a...

I work in a care home do I have to be vaccinated?

Following the government consultation and response, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2021 (“Health and Social Care Amendment Regulations”) made on 22 July 2021...

I run a care home what do I do about vaccinations for staff?

Following the government consultation and response, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2021 (“Health and Social Care Amendment Regulations”) made on 22 July 2021...

Hybrid working – new guidance from ACAS

During the pandemic many sectors were forced into home working as an emergency measure back at the beginning of 2020. Whilst some enjoyed the benefits of home working others were...

Writing references? Choose your words carefully

Most employers will be asked for a reference by their employees at some point – some under good circumstances and some in perhaps less positive situations. Whatever you decide to...

Protecting your business from divorce

Resolving financial matters on divorce can be a complex issue, particularly where there is a business to consider. Once a divorce is underway, you must exchange financial information about all...

Surge in Post-Lockdown Divorce and Separation?

At the beginning of the pandemic, commentators widely predicted the pressure of lockdown and home-schooling would cause a surge in separation and divorce enquiries. However recent data from the Ministry...

How to Resolve a Dispute With Your Landlord

Disputes between landlords and tenants are not uncommon. Disagreements can arise on both sides and, if not handled carefully, can snowball into stressful and protracted legal action. As a law...

Could you benefit from having a life interest trust in your will?

There are a range of situations in which life interest trust wills can be beneficial and have a better outcome than a straight-forward will. Life interest trust wills can be...

Are you running out of time?

Leases are a depreciating asset: their value can be significantly affected by the length of time left on the term of the lease . Are you running out of time...