Legal judgments are often complex and filled with archaic language, making them difficult for non-lawyers to understand. In a 2015 article, the idea of adding a plain English summary to court judgments was proposed to bridge this gap. Today, with the rise of AI, this concept is more achievable than ever. AI could generate layman-friendly summaries, which judges could then review and approve - enhancing accessibility and public understanding of the law.
In today’s digital-first world, cookies and privacy policies play a crucial role in how businesses manage data and maintain user trust. At Wright Hassall, we understand that navigating these regulations can be challenging, but with the right approach, compliance doesn’t just protect your business - it enhances your reputation.
The world of data protection and cybersecurity is in a state of fast evolution, driven by increasing regulatory demands and emerging threats. For businesses operating in the UK and EU specifically, staying ahead of these changes is no longer optional - it is a critical component of survival and success in the digital age.
In the ever-evolving world of commercial real estate, one acronym is gaining significant traction: ESG—Environmental, Social, and Governance. These three pillars are increasingly shaping the way commercial developments are planned, constructed, and managed. As both investors and occupiers place greater emphasis on sustainability, social impact, and governance practices, enhancing ESG credentials has become a priority for developers.
Most licenced sponsors and employees with time-limited immigration permission will know that the Home Office has committed to a “digital by default” economic migration system in the UK. Roll-out is getting underway and should be complete by the end of the year. Stacey Lambert, Associate in our Business Immigration team, explains what is happening and offers top tips to employers and their sponsored employees for managing their status.
When a person has gone missing and is presumed dead, the Presumption of Death Act 2013 (“the Act”) allows certain eligible people to seek a declaration that the missing person has died so that they can begin the probate process. Among those eligible are those who have 'sufficient interest in the determination of the application' and the recent case of Caroline Fisher has helped to clarify how to define someone who falls into this category.
This article explains how transitional arrangements should be applied when extending Skilled Worker visas and sets out some useful examples.
For many years, child maintenance has been calculated based on the statutory formula set out by the Child Maintenance Service (‘CMS’) (formerly the Child Support Agency (‘CSA’)). This is non-negotiable following a divorce or separation. However, there is a gross income ceiling using the CMS formula of £156,000. So, the question arises as to what the right approach is when a paying parent earns more than that amount.
Anna Sutcliffe, Legal Director in our Contentious Probate discusses how to go about contesting a Will and lessons that can be learnt from the case of Gowing and Others v Ward and Another.
This article looks to provide an overview of what was discussed in respect of the two employment law bills and the likely timings of these changes to help employers better prepare for the future.