With all this uncertainty around, it’s normal to find yourself wondering what the future may hold and whether you are sufficiently prepared for it. The new year is a great opportunity to prepare your affairs, ensuring they are up to date. Our Wills and Estates team have put together this guide to help you prepare your affairs for 2022. Preparing … Read More
Together Energy Employees Could Claim Up To 90 Days’ Pay
Together Energy becomes the latest household supplier to collapse due to rising energy prices. If you are an employee at Together Energy and are at risk of redundancy you could be entitled to pursue a Protective Award Claim. Together Energy Protective Award Claim If you’re an employee of Together Energy and have been made redundant without consultation following the firm’s … Read More
Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme
In February 2022 we will be introducing Solicitor apprenticeships with a view to taking on one graduate and one school leaver. Route to Qualification Solicitor Apprenticeship Law is an exciting career prospect for many, but university isn’t always the right choice for every person. Our Solicitor Apprenticeship programme offers aspiring solicitors an alternative path into the legal profession. You will … Read More
Enhanced Legal Services for PDA Members
Morrish Solicitors is pleased announce we have partnered with the PDA (Pharmacists’ Defence Association) to enhance the range of legal services offered to their members. The Pharmacists’ Defence Association (PDA) supports and represents individual pharmacists and pharmacy students. Legal Partnership for PDA Plus Members Over the last 60 years, we have partnered with many professional Trade Unions and Associations, working … Read More
PDR Construction Enters Administration
East Yorkshire contractor PDR Construction has entered administration. Employees made redundant from PDR Construction without consultation could be entitled to pursue a Protective Award Claim. Former PDR Construction Employees Could Claim 90 Days’ Pay Employees who worked at PDR Construction and have been made redundant without consultation following the firm’s collapse into administration, could claim up to 90 days’ pay … Read More
BDL Tool & Die Engineering Employees Could Claim Up To 90 Days’ Pay
Daventry engineering firm, BDL Tool & Die Engineering which supplies components to the tensioner, motorsport and aerospace industries, has entered administration. If you are an employee of BDL Tool & Die Engineering and have been made redundant you could be entitled to pursue a Protective Award Claim. BDL Tool & Die Engineering Protective Award Claim If you’re an employee of … Read More
Everything You Need to Know About Parental Alienation
In an acrimonious divorce or separation, it is not uncommon for one parent to act or speak less favourably about the other parent in attempt to turn their children against them. This is known as ‘Parental Alienation’ and is now recognised by the Courts. In this article our experienced Divorce and Family Law Solicitor, Noelle Heath explains everything you need … Read More
Industrial Coating Services LTD Enters Administration
Staffordshire coatings firm, Industrial Coating Services Ltd enters administration making 50 employees redundant. Employees made redundant from Industrial Coating Services Ltd without consultation could be entitled to pursue a Protective Award Claim. Employees Made Redundant From Industrial Coating Services Ltd Could Claim Up To 90 Days’ Pay Employees who worked at Industrial Coating Services Ltd and have been made redundant … Read More
Morrish Solicitors Pass Lexcel Assessment Once Again
Morrish Solicitors are extremely proud to pass the rigorous annual Lexcel assessment, which recognises that our lawyers and staff meet the highest quality standards of client care and business management. The Lexcel Accreditation is the Law Society’s legal practice quality mark. In order to retain the accreditation, Morrish Solicitors was required to undergo a comprehensive assessment process. This included background … Read More
What Are Your Rights If Snow Affects Your Journey to Work?
Winter brings along snow, ice and plunging temperatures. Although it’s rare we get heavy snow and blizzards in the UK, it isn’t uncommon for the slightest hint of snow to grind the roads and public transport networks to a halt, making it difficult for people to get to work. If you’re unable to get to work because of the snow, … Read More
Enforcing Child Arrangement Orders
Sometimes when parents separate, they are unable to agree amicable arrangements in relation to their children. In these cases, most parents have no option but to make an application to court for a Child Arrangements Order. How is a Child Arrangement Order enforced? A Child Arrangements Order sets out the arrangements for the children to spend time with each parent. … Read More
Unacceptable Wait Times for Ambulance Services
Unacceptable wait times for ambulance services could lead to a rise in ambulance negligence claims. According to NHS data, ambulance callouts for conditions such as heart attacks and strokes are taking nearly three times as long as they should in England. Targets are also being missed across the rest of the UK, with some seriously-ill patients waiting up to 9 … Read More
Property Fraud – Am I At Risk?
The National Economic Crime Centre recently asked the Law Society to warn Solicitors of the risk of phone number spoofing. Phone number spoofing is the latest means used by fraudsters to target homeowners and solicitors looking after clients dealing with property transactions. What is Phone Number Spoofing? Phone number spoofing is where criminals use software which disguises the number they … Read More
Most Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
According to the Department for Transport, motorcyclists are one of the most vulnerable road users in the UK. With limited protective equipment, motorcyclists are prone to injury in road traffic accidents because there is nothing to absorb the impact of the crash. In this article, we highlight the most common causes of motorcycle accidents. What are the Most Common Causes … Read More
5 Things To Look Out For/Challenge If Made Redundant
Sadly, redundancies are a fact of life in the modern workplace. In this article, our Employment Solicitor, Haylee Chambers gives you 5 things to look out for/challenge if you’ve been made redundant. Thing to Look Out For/Challenge if Made Redundant Is there a genuine redundancy situation? Has there been a closure of the business as a whole, closure of a … Read More
8 Things You Should Do After Being Made Redundant
According to statistics there were 104,000 redundancies made in the UK in the 3 months to September 2021, which was the highest number of redundancies made since the 3 months to May 2021, when there were also 104,000 redundancies. In this article, our experienced Employment Solicitor, Haylee Chambers explains 8 things you should do after being made redundant. What to … Read More
Successful Protective Award Claim for M&Co Employees
In August 2020, fashion chain M&Co entered a pre-pack administration deal making 379 employees redundant as the company closed 47 of its 265 stores in the UK. More than 20 redundancies were made at each Head Office location in London and Renfrew. Like other retailers M&Co had faced several difficulties and the Covid-19 pandemic made these worse. When a company … Read More
Wyvern Furniture Enters Administration
Upholstery manufacturer based in Hartlebury, Worcestershire, Wyvern Furniture has entered administration making more than 100 redundancies. Employees made redundant from Wyvern Furniture without consultation could be entitled to pursue a Protective Award Claim. Former Wyvern Furniture Employees Could Claim 90 Days’ Pay Employees who worked at Wyvern Furniture and have been made redundant without consultation following the firm’s collapse into … Read More
When is Probate Required in England?
Following the death of your family member, there are many things that need taking care of, especially if you are the person responsible for dealing with the legal and financial aspects of their estate. Depending on the circumstances, when managing the deceased person’s estate, you may need to apply for probate. In this article, our experienced Wills and Estate Solicitors … Read More
Divorce & Inheritance – What Are My Rights?
Going through a divorce can be an upsetting and stressful experience. There are many factors separating couples need to deal with such as finances, assets and child arrangements. Over the course of the marriage, one partner may have inherited some assets or may be acquiring some inheritance in the future, and may be concerned how divorce and inheritance are linked. … Read More
Ex-Roland Mouret Employees Could Claim 90 Days’ Pay
Luxury fashion house, Roland Mouret has entered administration, leading to the loss of 84 jobs. Employees made redundant from Roland Mouret without consultation could be entitled to pursue a Protective Award Claim. Roland Mouret Protective Award Claim Employees who worked at Roland Mouret and have been made redundant without consultation following the firm’s collapse into administration, could claim up to … Read More
Quinn Infrastructure Services (qis) Enters Administration
Rail and utilities-focused contractor, Quinn Infrastructure Services (qis) has entered administration, making its employees redundant. Employees made redundant from Quinn Infrastructure Services (qis) without consultation could be entitled to pursue a Protective Award Claim. Quinn Infrastructure Services (qis) Protective Award Claim Employees who worked at Quinn Infrastructure Services (qis) and have been made redundant without consultation following the firm’s collapse … Read More
Supporting Good Divorce Week 2021
Morrish Solicitors is proud to be supporting the annual ‘Good Divorce Week’ campaign organised by Resolution, a national organisation of family lawyers and professionals who are committed to a non-confrontational approach to divorce, separation and other family problems. Good Divorce Week (29th November – 3rd December 2021) Each year Resolution raises awareness of issues that are important to their members. … Read More
Work Christmas Parties and Harassment
With the festive season upon us many of us will be attending work Christmas parties giving us the opportunity to celebrate and socialise with work colleagues. However, excessive alcohol consumption can make the Christmas party memorable for all the wrong reasons, leading to unwanted behaviour that would not be tolerated in the workplace. Every year, our specialist Employment Solicitors deal … Read More
Former Global Brands Group Staff Could Claim Up To 90 Days’ Pay
Almost 140 UK head office and retail employees have been made redundant from Global Brands Group (GBC) after the company entered administration. Employees made redundant from Global Brands Group (GBC) without consultation could be entitled to pursue a Protective Award Claim. Global Brands Group Protective Award Claim According to reports employees have been told they will not be paid for … Read More
Types of Financial Orders in Divorce Explained
Divorce is one of the most stressful life events. There are a number of emotional, practical and legal considerations that need to be handled such as finances, property and arrangements for children. If you are going through a divorce you may have been advised to consider putting a financial order in place, which outlines financial arrangements between you and your … Read More
Turbine Efficiency Limited (TEL) and Turbine Efficiency Group (TEG) Protective Award Claim
Lincolnshire turbines business, Turbine Efficiency Limited (TEL) and Turbine Efficiency Group (TEG) have entered administration. Employees made redundant from Turbine Efficiency Limited (TEL) and Turbine Efficiency Group (TEG) without consultation could be entitled to pursue a Protective Award Claim. Turbine Efficiency Limited (TEL) and Turbine Efficiency Group (TEG) Employees Could Claim Up To 90 Days’ Pay Employees who worked at … Read More
Black Friday & Consumer Rights
The biggest shopping event of the year, Black Friday is just around the corner. On Friday 26th November 2021, many retailers will be offering discounts and bargains on their products to encourage consumers to spend in the run-up to Christmas. It originated in the US and started to take off in the UK in 2013, this year consumers are expected … Read More
‘Equal Pay’ Gap in the UK Widens Again
Recent reports show that the gender ‘equal pay’ gap in the UK has widened again. According to an analysis by the Financial Times of official data submitted by employers, the disparity between what men and women earn in the same companies is getting worse in many sectors in the UK, particularly in the finance sector. Women were paid 87p for … Read More
Weir & McQuiston (Scotland) Protective Award Claim
Mechanical and electrical design specialist, Weir & McQuiston (Scotland) Ltd has fallen into administration making nearly 100 employees redundant. Employees made redundant from Weir & McQuiston (Scotland) without consultation could be entitled to pursue a Protective Award Claim. Weir & McQuiston (Scotland) Ltd Employees Could Claim Up To 90 Days’ Pay Employees who worked at Weir & McQuiston (Scotland) Ltd … Read More
