Brexit - Speculation on the future of Personal Injury

By Rehana Hussain of Charles Gregory Solicitors Limited posted in Injuries on Tuesday, June 28, 2016.
The Government has a lot on its mind at the moment; apparently there was some sort of vote last week.
This article may seem a little woolly, with liberal use of 'might' and 'maybe' but the reason is that no-one really knows what will happen. All we can be certain of is that when, and if, the Government pushes the big red button and invokes Article 50, there will be a 2-year negotiation period to set out the terms of Britain's exit from, and continuing relationship with, the EU.
Until the 2 years are up, Britain remains a member of the EU, with all the rights and obligations that membership entails. For those two years, little is likely to change in the PI landscape. Once the exit is finalised and moving forward, the situation will become clearer.
Dependant on the concessions to EU law that are made during negotiations, it is not entirely difficult to foresee the dislike of EU bureaucracy leading to an indiscriminate purge of EU-based laws and regulations. While in some cases this might be harmless, there is the potential for upheaval, if not with the laws themselves, then certainly with procedure.
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Statement: The Status of EU Nationals in the UK

By Rehana Hussain of Charles Gregory Solicitors Limited posted in Immigration on Thursday, July 14, 2016.
From: Cabinet Office, Home Office and Foreign and Commonwealth Office
'There has been no change to the rights and status of EU nationals in the UK, and UK nationals in the EU, as a result of the referendum.
The decision about when to trigger Article 50 and start the formal process of leaving the EU will be for the new Prime Minister. The UK remains a member of the EU throughout this process, and until Article 50 negotiations have concluded.
When we do leave the EU, we fully expect that the legal status of EU nationals living in the UK, and that of UK nationals in EU member states, will be properly protected.
The government recognizes and values the important contribution made by EU and other non-UK citizens who work, study and live in the UK.
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How can I accommodate Ramadan in my business?

By Rehana Hussain of Charles Gregory Solicitors Limited posted in Employment on Tuesday, June 28, 2016.
The Equality Act 2010 makes it unlawful for employers to discriminate against employees on grounds of their religion or belief.
How could an employer unknowingly discriminate against an employee on grounds of their religion or belief?
Direct Discrimination, for example, an employer treating an individual less favourably than someone with a different religion or belief. Examples of direct discrimination include dismissing someone because of a protected characteristic, deciding not to employ them, refusing them training, denying them a promotion, or giving them adverse terms and conditions all because of their religion or belief.
Indirect discrimination, Indirect discrimination occurs when an organisation's practices, policies or procedures have the effect of disadvantaging people who share certain protected characteristics. Examples of indirect discrimination include: refusing to allow an employee to wear a hijab or turban or requiring all employees to dress in a particular way if this means they can't wear an item of clothing they regard as part of their faith. Click here for more details..

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How can you find out if your employer gave you a bad reference?

By Rehana Hussain of Charles Gregory Solicitors Limited posted in Employment on Friday, August 5, 2016.
In Spring v. Guardian Assurance [1994] ICR 596, the House of Lord confirmed that an employer or a former employer owes a duty of care to the subject of a reference and that the employee concerned can sue his former employer if the employer fails to use reasonable care in preparing the reference. If you were offered a job 'subject to receipt of satisfactory references' and the offer was subsequently withdrawn, there is a strong possibility that you were given a bad reference by your former employer. You could ask the recipient of the reference for a copy of the reference however, they may refuse to do so if for example they do not have your ex-employer's consent or it is not reasonable in all the circumstances for them to give it to you. If the recipient of the reference is not willing to give you a copy of the reference you can make a subject access request to the recipient of the reference under the Data Protection Act. The letter to the organisation should contain your details and identify the information you want and ask them if you need to pay a fee. Many of the organisations charge a fee of about £10 for disclosing the information. The organisation has 40 calendar days to respond to you. If you haven't heard from the organisation send them a reminder. If you still haven't heard back you can report your concerns to the Information Commissioner's Office on their website or call their helpline on 0303 123 1113.
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More Thoughts on Insurance Premiums and Personal Injury

By Rehana Hussain of Charles Gregory Solicitors Limited posted in Injuries on Thursday, September 8, 2016.
James Spargo, September 2016
Is it narcissistic to quote from your own previous posts? I don't know, but I'm going to do it anyway. When I wrote a post in December 2015 about the fall in Government revenue that would likely result from the raising of the small claims limited and the ban on claiming for low-value whiplash I said:
'The rationale is that this will stop fraudulent motor claims and exorbitant costs claims by solicitors and save everyone about £50/year on their motor insurance. Of course, there are those people who believe that the motor insurance industry may be slow to pass on any savings they make to the consumer, but that is a different argument for a different day.'
Well, it is a different day so time for a different argument. On 11 July 2016, Confused.com published a survey of care insurance rates.[1] That survey showed that the cost of car insurance rose by 19% in the second quarter of 2016.
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Self employment status or employed status?

By Rehana Hussain of Charles Gregory Solicitors Limited posted in Employment on Tuesday, September 13, 2016.
In employment law a person's employment status helps determine:

•     their rights
•     their employer's responsibilities

The main types of employment status are:
Worker, Employee, Self employed status. Contractor/Director, Office holder
In order to bring a claim for unfair dismissal a person has to be regarded as an 'employee'. This can often be determined by the following questions being asked:

•     Is the employer under an obligation to perform the work personally?
•     Is there a mutuality of obligation between the parties involved?
•     Does the Employer have a sufficient right of control over the employee?

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Criminal Law Services in London

Facing Criminal Charges?

Personal Legal Advice For You And Your Family
If you have been charged with a criminal offence it is crucial to get expert advice as soon as possible. At Charles Gregory Solicitors in Hammersmith we will act quickly to protect your position, ensuring any policmme investigation is carried out in accordance with proper procedures and holding the prosecuting authorities to account at every stage of your case.

Assessing The Evidence Against You
The strength of the case against you depends solely on the evidence the police or CPS wish to eventually present in court. Our job is to assess this information at an early stage and carry out our own investigations where necessary. We will then provide you with a clear and practical assessment of your chances of successfully defending the charges.
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Commercial and Residential Leases Services in London

Protecting Your Leasehold Interest

Advice For Landlords and Tenants
At Charles Gregory Solicitors in Hammersmith we advise:

• Property developers
• Commercial landlords
• Residential owners of leasehold property
• Residential landlords

Long residential and commercial leases are common, especially in London, where freehold property is sometimes difficult to secure. We provide clear up front fees and have a dedicated team of lawyers – contact us if you are considering taking on a lease or issuing a lease to a new business or residential tenant.
Taking Care When Negotiating Lease Terms

Taking on a new lease – whether over a residential flat or commercial premises – is a long term financial commitment. Often it is one of the first steps in starting a business. It pays to get specialist advice: leases are lengthy documents and tricky to negotiate without assistance. Key terms and responsibilities are often expressed in ways that mean their significance is not always clear: this can trip up even experienced leaseholders and businessmen and women.
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