“Game changer”…”phenomenon”…whatever your view, social media has changed the way we communicate on a professional and corporate level. Whilst the commercial opportunities are immense, the misuse of social media in the workplace can be costly. The reputational and financial harm of a late night posting on the social media network by a disgruntled employee can…
Today is traditionally referred to as ‘Divorce Monday’ (January 9th). Whether it’s because the highs of the festive season are over or the very stressful toll of buying presents, Christmas cooking and close proximity to each other, since 2010 the month of January has been the highest month for divorces, increasing year on year. While…
It’s the time of year when families traditionally get together to celebrate the holiday, season, with presents, parties and plenty of treats. Sadly, for some divorced parents, it’s also the time of year when goodwill is in short supply and even Santa can’t solve problems relating to child access issues. Siobhan Rooney, a Partner and…
A recent report by the Office Of National Statistics in October saw Luton placed fourth on the list of areas in England that has seen the highest percentage increase in house prices at 17.7% in the last annual year. The average house price in Luton is now valued at £229,110 which could continue to rise…
Openreach is a subdivision of BT which runs the UK’s broadband infrastructure. All broadband providers (Sky, Talk-Talk) are charged by Openreach for access to the infrastructure which they claim to be too expense and are not responsive to their demands. Ofcom has been concerned over BT’s ability to favour its retail business when making investment…
In the Autumn Statement, the Government has announced its plans to ban Letting Agents from charging up-front administrative fees to tenants, which are often charged for obtaining references, preparing agreements and agreeing any changes to those agreements. Cathy Sandbach, a Litigation specialist at leading and award-winning regional law firm Pictons says “It is likely that…
PayPal has warned its external legal advisers that work may be lost if they fail to make progress on the issue of diversity in the workplace, reports Legal Weekly. This communication arose on the back of PayPal’s diversity review led by its Chief Business Affairs and Legal Officer, Louise Pentland a champion of workplace diversity….
A BBC article released today states that London Mayor Sadiq Khan has claimed VW should pay £2.5m for missed congestion charge payments. Julian Ireland, a Dispute Resolution solicitor at leading regional award winning law firm Pictons explains his verdict so far: The fall out from the VW emissions scandal does not appear to be going away….
Leading and award winning regional law firm Pictons took part in Luton’s annual Dementia Conference on 9th November as the local community came together to support the Luton Dementia Action Alliance (LDAA). A host of speakers and dementia specialists engaged the audience. Councillor Aslam Khan, the Public Health and Commissioning Portfolio holder from Luton Borough…
When you are an active young and healthy adult making your way in life both professionally and personally, you are more likely to be planning your next night out or holiday than thinking about the future. But what would happen if you had an accident or an incapacitating illness or condition which negatively affects your…