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Search is over for new owners of family business

Oct 24, 2024 | lcf.co.uk | Heather Pritchard

A longstanding family business that rents out plant and machinery to many of the biggest events in the UK, as well as providing industrial air compressor solutions to manufacturers and businesses across the country, is now owned by its employees, after transferring into an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). William G Search Limited was established in Leeds in 1946 and employs a team of more than 120 people across offices in Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Nottingham and Sheffield.
Employment Rights Bill: what we know and what we don’t

Oct 8, 2024 | lcf.co.uk | Heather Pritchard

Home / Media Centre / Blogs / Employment Rights Bill: what we know and what we don’t We are getting close to the 100-day deadline (12th October) for the government to publish its draft Employment Rights Bill, which will hopefully add detail around the proposed legislative changes announced following the general election. There have been numerous commentators speculating what is going to be included and what isn’t.
Hat-trick of newly qualified lawyers at LCF Law

Oct 2, 2024 | lcf.co.uk | Heather Pritchard

LCF Law has welcomed three newly qualified lawyers into its ranks after Holly Jordan, Jonathan Gardner and Melanie Parsons all completed their training with the firm and successfully passed their final exams and legal qualifications several months ahead of schedule. All three will now continue their careers in different departments at LCF Law, across the firm’s Leeds and Bradford offices.
Sexual harassment: What employers need to know and do

Sep 30, 2024 | lcf.co.uk | Heather Pritchard

Home / Media Centre / Blogs / Sexual harassment: What employers need to know and do On 26th October 2024, new sections of the Equality Act 2010 come into force. From this date, employers have a positive legal duty to take reasonable steps to prevent the sexual harassment of their employees. This is called the preventative duty. If employers do not comply with it, they are breaking the law.
Inspiring the next generation of lawyers

Sep 16, 2024 | lcf.co.uk | Heather Pritchard

Home / Media Centre / Blogs / Inspiring the next generation of lawyers A huge well done to student Hasher Safdar, who impressed our personal law team so much during his placement we've decided to hang onto him!During his four-week placement (originally set for two), Hasher adapted extremely well to the hands-on nature of the work assigned to him, and his attention to detail and efficiency together with his professional and personable demeanour have quickly made him an asset to the team.
Grenfell Tower report sends out stark warning for businesses

Sep 13, 2024 | lcf.co.uk | Charles Abraham |Heather Pritchard

Home / Media Centre / Blogs / Grenfell Tower report sends out stark warning for businesses The recent Grenfell Tower report has shone a light on some of the problems caused when parties adopt a “casual” approach to contractual relations. There are lessons to be learned by businesses in all sectors, says Charles Abraham, Head of our Dispute Resolution team.
New laws mean businesses selling to consumers could risk being fined 10% of turnover

Sep 11, 2024 | lcf.co.uk | Heather Pritchard

Home / Media Centre / News / New laws mean businesses selling to consumers could risk being fined 10% of turnover Businesses selling to consumers must comply with new rules or face heavy fines due to the new Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCC Act), much of which comes into force this autumn. Companies and business owners can benefit from free legal advice on the topic by attending an online event on 19th September at 9am.
The truth about buying a timber-frame house

Aug 20, 2024 | lcf.co.uk | Heather Pritchard

Home / Media Centre / Blogs / The truth about buying a timber-frame house Timber build systems are one of the most environmentally friendly construction types, making them a good choice for homebuyers looking to minimise their impact on the planet. Yet despite approval from experts in the construction industry and their growing popularity amongst developers, outdated beliefs continue to deter many people from buying a timber-frame house.
Employers realise the importance of managing remote working correctly

Aug 20, 2024 | lcf.co.uk | Heather Pritchard

Remote and flexible working is one of the main topics that employers ask about when they contact LCF Works, our expert employment law and HR advice package. LCF Works assists retained clients of all sizes with employment law and HR issues whenever they arise, providing unlimited telephone and written advice, as well as contracts of employment, policies, procedures, and other documentation.
High-profile child maintenance claim highlights financial remedies for unmarried parents

Aug 8, 2024 | lcf.co.uk | Ellie Foster |Heather Pritchard

Home / Media Centre / Blogs / High-profile child maintenance claim highlights financial remedies for unmarried parents Reports of the child maintenance dispute between Manchester City footballer Kyle Walker and influencer and model Lauryn Goodman have hit the headlines in recent weeks. Walker, who is married with four children, was revealed as the father of Goodman's second child earlier this year.