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The problem with gift cards and other pre-payments when a retailer goes under

28 Sep 2018

In July 2016, I wrote an article about Protecting Consumer Pre-Payments When Retailers Go Under and the report produced by The Law Commission in this regard. I thought that I would revisit the pre-payment topic, as the vulnerability of store cards and other pre-payments, has been highlighted once again, by the administration of House of Fraser. The […]

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When can I access my neighbour’s land?

20 Jul 2018

Usually, ​when a home-owner wants to carry out works or repairs to their property but needs access to a neighbouring property to undertake those works, it is a case of that homeowner informing the neighbour of the nature of the work to be carried out and seeking their permission to do so. Indeed, it may […]

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How far back can an employee claim back pay for?

15 Jul 2018

Unlawful deductions from wages claims are in the news and can arise in a variety of ways including: a shortfall in holiday pay; or a failure to pay national minimum wage for all time spent “working” particularly where that time is spent on what was historically considered non-working time, such as sleeping time when “on call”.

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Spratt Endicott Solicitors reveals its 3 ‘charities of the year’ for the next financial year

11 Jul 2018

Spratt Endicott Solicitors is delighted to reveal its ‘charities of the year’ for the 2018/2019 financial year, as it opts to support three local causes – challenging its staff to fundraise for multiple worthy endeavours over the next 12 months, as the firm looks to continue its tradition of giving back to the local community. […]

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Travelling abroad with children as a separated parent

9 Jul 2018

With the summer holidays fast approaching, one of the most common issues that can arise between separated parents is seeking permission to take their child on holiday or to visit family abroad. Why is permission so important? We all know the risk of child abduction to another country is a very real fear, and not […]

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Law Link Annual Meeting – June 2018 – Budapest

25 Jun 2018

In June 2018, members of Law Link – an international network of independent law firms – held their annual members’ meeting in Budapest. Associate Petra van Dijk, attended the meeting on behalf of Spratt Endicott Solicitors. On the first morning of the meeting, members paid a visit to the Hungarian Academy of Justice, where they […]

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Spratt Endicott Solicitors celebrates successful year of fundraising for the Horton General Hospital Charity as it donates £2,200

12 Jun 2018

Spratt Endicott Solicitors, is celebrating a successful year of fundraising for the Horton General Hospital Charity – its chosen charity of the year for the 2017/2018 financial year. The efforts of the law firm’s staff saw £2,200 raised for the Horton General Hospital in Banbury, which caters for approximately 180,000 people within Banbury and the […]

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Spratt Endicott Solicitors’ relocation demonstrates its commitment to Buckingham

1 Jun 2018

by Spratt Endicott Solicitors | Jun 01, 2018 Legal 500 law firm, Spratt Endicott Solicitors, has demonstrated its commitment to Buckingham as it relocates to prestigious offices within the Old Town Hall, at the heart of the town. The move supports the firm’s ambition to build on the heritage and reputation it has earned over […]

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The time by when employers must make reasonable adjustments for their disabled employees is earlier than you might think

1 Jun 2018

Under the Equality Act 2010, every employer is under a duty to make reasonable adjustments to their workplace to ensure that their disabled employees are not at a disadvantage to their able-bodied colleagues. Disability could include a wide variety of ailments (including “pre-cancerous conditions” – see our March 2018 article), provided that the employee suffers […]

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