Tribunal Limits Scope of Aggregates Levy
In a ruling of significance to those engaged in major construction projects involving the use of materials quarried on site, a water company has convinced the First-Tier Tribunal that it should not be charged
British Airways Cannot Pursue Spanish Labour Dispute in English Court
In an important ruling which gives useful guidance on the extent of the international jurisdiction of the English courts, the High Court has refused to intervene in a bitter labour dispute between British Airways
New Minimum Wage Rates 2013/2014
Published Monday 24th June 2013, 01:16 PM The Government has announced the rates of the National Minimum Wage (NMW) that will apply for 2013/2014. The following changes will come into effect on 1 October
Supreme Court Delivers Blow to Off-Street Car Parking
In an important ruling for residential and commercial property owners – particularly those who enjoy the benefit of off-street car parking – the Supreme Court has defined the circumstances in which local authorities will
Building Company Covered Against Crane Collapse Losses
In construing exclusion clauses under a public and product liability insurance policy, the High Court has reassured a construction company (the company) that it will be covered for its potentially heavy losses after a
‘Nectar’ Loyalty Scheme Operators Score VAT Triumph
The company that operates the Nectar loyalty card scheme (the scheme) has triumphed in a marathon struggle with the tax authorities in respect of the VAT treatment of ‘service charges’ that it pays to
Introduction to taking a franchise
There are many potential benefits of buying a franchise, such as having access to well-established business and accounting systems, centralised marketing and a proven business model. Being part of a well-known national brand also has
Where There’s (Not) A Will There’s A Way
We all know the phrase “where there’s a Will…….” , but what happens when you know there should be a Will but no-one can find it, not even a copy.
Josiah Hincks Return to 5 Partners and Continues Expansion
Josiah Hincks Solicitors are delighted to announce that following a brief period working with the firm as a locum, Gavin Hammond has agreed to join the firm and becomes a partner on 1st July. Gavin trained
Employee Must Pay £60,000 Costs
In a stark reminder that launching employment tribunal proceedings can have serious financial consequences, a woman who pursued misconceived allegations against her employers and others during a costly tribunal hearing which lasted 20 days has