In our latest employment law podcast, managing associate Natalie Edwards and associates Dermot Neligan and Eirini Haidemenos discuss the Government's new Employment Rights Bill published on 10 October 2024, which has been described as a 'once i...

In this episode, James Quarmby, Kim Sgarlata, Oak Group's Group Chief Executive Officer and employment specialist Serena Foulkes discuss why pride still matters, queer heroes and the protections LGBTIQ+ people and their allies have in the workp...

Navigating inheritance laws in the United Arab Emirates ("UAE") can be complex, especially for expatriates and those unfamiliar with Islamic Sharia law principles.For employers, the subject matter was brought into greater focus wi...

In our latest employment podcast, partner Richard Freedman, managing associate Natalie Edwards and senior knowledge lawyer Leanne Raven discuss the topic of redundancies.  They discuss how employers can best navigate this difficult topic f...

In our latest podcast, employment lawyers Anne Pritam, Emily Aryeetey and Leanne Raven grapple with some of the issues posed by using Generative AI in the workplace. They also take a deeper dive into some of the key implications of AI in the wo...

The momentum of the #metoo movement coupled with heavy media scrutiny on harassment in the workplace cases, has led to an increased focus from employers asking what they can do to prevent and deal with sexual harassment in the workplace....

At this time of year, we find many HR departments for December year-end companies are actively addressing bonus pay-outs for 2022 and bonus terms for the year 2023. In our latest employment law podcast we discuss some common issues and pitfalls...

In our latest podcast we discuss employer frequently asked questions and tricky areas when instructing occupational health advisors. This is a hot topic for employers, particularly since covid with employees suffering from both physical effects...

To mark Baby Loss Awareness Week which falls on 9th to 15th October 2022 our latest podcast deals with the sensitive topic of fertility, infertility and pregnancy loss. We look at why this is a workplace issue and what employers can do to suppo...

This year National Inclusion Week falls on 26 September to 2 October. Founded by inclusive employers, it’s a week dedicated to celebrating inclusion and taking action to create inclusive workplaces. To mark National Inclusion Week our latest em...

Recent reports have indicated a significant increase in the number of employment tribunal claims referencing disability discrimination as a result of a neurodiverse condition and we expect this trend to continue. In our latest podcast, we discu...

In April each year new limits for are set for compensation in the employment tribunal. With the topic of awards in mind, in our latest podcast Leanne Raven, senior knowledge development lawyer and Michèle Aubertin, employment associate, discuss...

As we reach the two year anniversary since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, conversations surrounding “hybrid working” remain prevalent among employers and employees. In this podcast, we set out the key issues for employers to consider in re...

Happy new year and welcome to our latest employment law podcast.In this podcast we discuss three hot topics we think will be important for 2022.  These are: the menopause and the workplace; changes to ...

As part of the UAE's 'Projects of the 50' (a series of developmental and economic projects aimed at preparing the UAE for its next 50 years), the UAE Labour Law has been subjected to the most significant overhaul in its 40-year history. A new l...

During the pandemic many employees decided to work remotely from abroad, or got stuck abroad during lockdown, and now many want to continue these remote arrangements.  There are a range of issues to consider when employees work remotely fr...

In this podcast Emily Aryeetey looks at the first reported whistleblowing case to be decided under the new regime in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).

In this podcast Christine Ong discusses the test for breach of confidentiality by an employee.

In this podcast Jezamine Fewins looks at whether an employee can terminate an employment contract before the employment commences.

In this podcast Soazig Préteseille-Taillardat discusses gross misconduct dismissals and tactics where an employee has overclaimed their expenses.

In this podcast Kate Brearley discusses whether a fundamental breach of an employment contract can be "cured" by the employer.

Senior associates Richard Freedman and Rhiannon Davies discuss how competition law can influence workforce matters, from negotiated exits to re-tendering, and why employers need to be aware of the powers and penalties that the Competition &...

In this podcast Paul Reeves and Natalie Edwards discuss the challenges of managing employee performance remotely and share some practical tips for ensuring a constructive ongoing dialogue and maintaining employee engagement. 

In this month's podcast, partner Kate Brearley and associate Elspeth Hunt discuss some key employment law topics for businesses to be aware of in 2021.

It has been just over six months since the tragic death of George Floyd on 25 May 2020, which sparked global protests around the world against race discrimination. In this month's podcast, partner Anne Pritam and associate Michèle Aubertin look...