Author: Admin
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Lawsuits for Christmas: the present no one wants
Lawyers have shone a spotlight on a litigation tactic that sees court documents filed over the Christmas period. Data shows that between 2019 and 2024, 88 claims were brought on Christmas Eve.
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Women challenge failure to investigate judge
Three women are challenging the Judicial Conduct Investigations Office over its failure to investigate allegations of bullying against employment tribunal judge Philip Lancaster. The claimants allege Lancaster exhibited a “pattern of bullying” over seven years, affecting litigants. They argue that their complaints were dismissed without resolution, allowing Lancaster to continue his conduct. Emily Soothill, a…
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TikTok faces legal threat over job cuts
TikTok is facing potential legal action after announcing job cuts affecting over 400 UK safety workers. The company is accused of threatening redundancy just days before a union vote. Two moderators have sent a legal letter citing unlawful detriment and unfair dismissal. Stella Caram, head of legal at Foxglove, said: “This is obvious, blatant and…
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Secret Santa poses workplace risks
Lucy Knight writes in the Guardian that Secret Santa can pose workplace risks if poorly managed. Anonymous or “jokey” gifts can humiliate recipients, trigger grievances and, in serious cases, amount to harassment. HR specialists warn against gifts that reference personal traits, trauma, health, sexuality, alcohol or food sensitivities. Knight adds that many organisations now mitigate…
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Freemasons challenge police membership rules
Freemasons have launched legal action against the Metropolitan Police over a new requirement for officers to declare their membership. The United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE) argues that the policy is discriminatory and undermines the credibility of its members. Adrian Marsh, grand secretary of UGLE, said: “The decision by the Metropolitan Police casts an aura…