Category: Latest News | Grant Saw Solicitors

Reviews Payments Pricing Client Portal

Employment dispute settlement precludes subsequent victimisation claim

The vast majority of employment cases end in compromise, thus doing away with the need for a public hearing. As a Court of Appeal ruling made plain, however, great professional care is required in drafting settlement agreements in order to ensure that they do not...

Selling a business? The structure of the deal can have huge tax implications

One good reason why professional advice should always be obtained before selling a business is that the structure of the deal can have very significant tax implications. In a case on point, a tax-efficient tweak to a share transaction achieved a multi-million-pound...

Capital Gains Tax changes – how does it affect divorcing couples?

Article written by Mandeep Clair, Solicitor, Family department Currently, Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is not applicable on a transfer of assets between a married couple or civil partners who live together. If you are separated or divorced, this tax relief does not...

The rise in DIY divorce – is it worth it?

Article written by Atifha Aftab, Family Solicitor When your greatest assets and future finances are at stake, would you risk a DIY divorce? Given the cost-of-living crisis, do the benefits of divorcing without legal advice outweigh the potential pitfalls? In this...

Endometriosis month – how should employers be supporting workers with endometriosis?

Article written by Noella Gooden, Employment Solicitor (Australian qualified) Endometriosis is a chronic and debilitating condition affecting approximately 1 in 10 women in the UK. March 2023 marks Endometriosis Action Month, which aims to raise awareness of this...

Employee bonuses – a commitment is a commitment

When it comes to bonuses, commitments made to employees must be honoured. An Employment Tribunal (ET) made that point in coming to the aid of a salesman whose employer prevaricated on its obligation to reward him with a six-figure sum following his successful closure...

« Older Entries

Next Entries »