Sam gives us a quick update regarding the reforms to right to work checks from 1st October 2026, which will see the liability across labour supply chains shift for many businesses...

This week Sam touches on the basics of what you need to know when negotiating settlement agreements,To find out more join Dan Krigers in his two part seminar series as we delve further into the topic, find us at Chadwick Lawrence on LinkedIn to book your place.

Sams back from the summer and kicking us off with some insights around how to handle AI grievances in the workplace...

In this week's episode of "The Legal Alternative," Sam and Nils discuss a recent Court of Appeal case that looks at when employers can be held responsible for misconduct that happens outside normal working hours but still has a strong link to work. They also explore what this means for harassment claims, workplace policies, and how employers can reduce legal risk.Seminars & Events: https://www.chadwicklawrence.co.uk/seminars/business-services-seminars/ Contact Us:BoxHR@chadlaw.co.ukSamPawson@chadlaw.co.ukNilsODonoghue@chadlaw.co.ukLinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/company/employment-law-chadwick-lawrence-llp/

Sam and Nils discuss the ever-present growing impact of AI entering the workplace, focusing on its role in the UK’s Crown Court and the rise of AI-generated employment grievances. They explore how AI tools are streamlining legal processes while also complicating HR with sophisticated, exaggeratedcomplaints. This episode offers insights into balancing AI’s benefits with its challenges, making it essential for legal and HR professionals navigating this new landscape.

Seminars & Events:

https://www.chadwicklawrence.co.uk/seminars/business-services-seminars/

Contact Us:

BoxHR@chadlaw.co.uk

SamPawson@chadlaw.co.uk NilsODonoghue@chadlaw.co.uk

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www.linkedin.com/company/employment-law-chadwick-lawrence-llp/

Sam gives a quick rundown of changes made to the Employment Rights Act with updated Tribunal statistics...Seminars & Events: https://www.chadwicklawrence.co.uk/seminars/business-services-seminars/ Contact Us:BoxHR@chadlaw.co.ukSamPawson@chadlaw.co.ukNilsODonoghue@chadlaw.co.ukLinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/company/employment-law-chadwick-lawrence-llp/

This week, Nils explains what building control matters are and how the process works when carrying out building works such as extensions. Sam then discusses a whistleblowing tribunal case, focusing particularly on how large tribunal awards are calculated.

Key Takeaways:

• Building control approvers (formerly approved inspectors) play a key role in ensuring building works comply with building regulations and safety requirements.
• To appoint a private building control approver, an Initial Notice must be submitted to the local authority.
• Local authorities have five days to reject an Initial Notice on specific statutory grounds - if no response is issued in time, the notice is automatically accepted.
• Building control approvers inspect works throughout the project and issue a Final Certificate confirming compliance with building regulations.
• A whistleblowing tribunal case resulted in a £150,000 award, including loss of earnings, injury to feelings, and tax-related compensation.
• Injury to feelings awards are not normally available in unfair dismissal claims, but may be awarded where detriment claims linked to whistleblowing succeed.
• Employers should take health and safety disclosures seriously, as mishandling whistleblowing complaints can significantly increase legal and financial risk.

Seminars & Events:

https://www.chadwicklawrence.co.uk/seminars/business-services-seminars/

Contact Us:

BoxHR@chadlaw.co.uk

SamPawson@chadlaw.co.uk

NilsODonoghue@chadlaw.co.uk

LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/company/employment-law-chadwick-lawrence-llp/

Chapters:

(⁠⁠00:00⁠⁠) Introduction

(⁠⁠00:25) What's in Your Inbox?

(⁠⁠00:30) Building Control Matters

(⁠⁠04:19) Breaking Down a £150k Remedy in a Whistleblowing Case

(11:20) Out the Office!

Sam & Nils are back with the Legal Alternative discussing recent immigration fee increases and a significant Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) case involving job offer withdrawals. They also share best practices for employers in light of these updates and the importance of getting immigration processes right.

Key Takeaways:

• Immigration fees for sponsoring skilled workers have increased significantly post 8th April.
• The fee for a skilled worker visa application from outside the UK is now £1,865 (up from £1,618) and £943 for inside the UK (up from £819).
• The fee for indefinite leave to remain has risen to £3,226, and the naturalisation application fee has increased to £1,709.
• The Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) fee has gone up from £16 to £20 per person.
• A recent EAT case has overturned a previous tribunal decision, highlighting that job offer letters can form binding contracts, requiring employers to provide reasonable notice when withdrawing offers.
• The EAT ruled three months notice was appropriate for a senior role.
• Employers are advised to make offer letters clear about conditions and offer flexibility by including probationary periods or notice periods to avoid legal risks.

Seminars & Events:

https://www.chadwicklawrence.co.uk/seminars/business-services-seminars/

Contact Us:

BoxHR@chadlaw.co.uk

SamPawson@chadlaw.co.uk

NilsODonoghue@chadlaw.co.uk

LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/company/employment-law-chadwick-lawrence-llp/

Chapters:

(⁠⁠00:00⁠⁠) Introduction

(⁠⁠00:49) What's in Your Inbox?

(⁠⁠01:01) Rising Immigration Fees: Implications for Sponsoring a Worker

(⁠⁠04:09) Case Update: Do You Have to Give Notice When Withdrawing a Job Offer?

(07:26) Best Practices for Employers in Offer Letters

(13:43) Out the Office!