2018-03-02 14:55
With an implementation date of 25 May 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is set to shake up the way that businesses handle the personal data of their clients, customers, s… Read More
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2018-01-31 16:22
The home moving process is something that most people will experience at some point during their lifetime. Figures from HM Land Registry indicate that over one million homes are bought and s… Read More
2017-12-22 12:10
For many businesses, today is the last working day before Christmas! We at Wildings hope you have all had a great 2017 and have enjoyed the build up to Christmas!
In today's roundup, we are… Read More
2017-12-13 13:00
It is almost Christmas! With less than 2 weeks until everyone finishes for the festive period, we at Wildings wanted to focus on recent news, particularly geared to Christmas planning! Whils… Read More
2017-11-03 13:03
As Sir Michael Fallon is claimed as the first casualty of the sexual harassment scandal that Westminster is currently embroiled in, sexual abuse and harassment remain the key talking points… Read More
2017-10-27 15:01
The working week started in high spirits for the team at Wildings after being highly commended at the Law Society Excellence Awards for ‘Excellence in Business Development’. You… Read More
2017-10-20 14:18
With fresh accusations and new horror stories emerging daily, people on both sides of the Atlantic are still reeling from the revelations of historic instances of sexual harassment committed… Read More
2017-10-16 08:41
In this month’s Meet the Team feature, we introduce you to a member of our Immigration team, Asgher Hussain.
Describe your role at Wildings
I am a solicitor within the Immigration De… Read More
2017-10-13 15:08
Welcome to this week’s essential Employment Law & HR briefing. In our discussion today, we’ll focus on the dangers of social media in the workplace, a foster carer bringing a… Read More
2017-10-06 14:58
Welcome to the first of our October HR & Employment Law roundups.
This week, we discuss long-term sickness, the implications of scrapping employment tribunal fees, looking after your o… Read More
2017-09-29 14:11
As we approach October, the ever-controversial Uber have achieved the seemingly impossible and fallen even further from grace. Now, along with black cab drivers and Trade Unions, Uber can ad… Read More
2017-09-28 12:26
Whether they are aware of it or not, all employees have an employment contract with their employer. Whilst some businesses choose to get their contracts of employment down in writing, others… Read More
2017-09-22 11:28
As the Birmingham Bin Strike comes to an end, it seems fitting that in this week’s Employment Law and HR roundup we start by discussing the importance of a strong employer/employee rel… Read More
2017-09-15 10:30
The announcement came this week that unemployment remains at its lowest since 1975. However, of course, we can’t have our cake and eat it, as we are yet to see the increase in wages th… Read More
2017-09-12 10:29
The Conveyancing department at Wildings Solicitors has been helping people from the Birmingham area to move home for the last 30 years.
Buying or selling a property is often one of the mos… Read More
2017-09-11 13:45
With an implementation date of 25 May 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is set to shake up the way that businesses handle the personal data of their clients, customers, sub… Read More
2017-09-08 08:43
September is well and truly upon us! In this week’s roundup, we’ll help you snap out of holiday mode with all the latest essential HR and employment law news.
Focusing on the ri… Read More
2017-09-01 08:37
Welcome to your essential weekly employment law and HR briefing. This week’s roundup focuses on how employee handbooks can help employers to reduce risk, workplace discrimination faced… Read More
2017-08-29 13:12
The employee handbook, sometimes called a ‘staff handbook’ or an ‘employee manual’ is a crucial resource for employees and employers alike. However, many businesses d… Read More
2017-08-25 08:16
Your essential weekly employment law & HR briefing. This week we focus on the pitfalls of pay averaging, rising absence rates, employer concerns about the economy, improving staff retent… Read More
2017-08-18 08:47
After a few months of employment law developments and high-profile cases, the previous week has been relatively calm.
However, in the ever-changing world of employment and HR, there are al… Read More
2017-08-11 09:52
Over the past few months, a recurring theme in news features concerning employment law has been the HR failures of large and often self-styled forward-thinking organisations. Whether it&rsqu&hell…Read More
2017-08-08 13:09
This week the member of the team we are introducing will be one who is familiar to many of our clients who have visited us in our Birmingham office.
Samiya Javed has been a member of the t… Read More
2017-08-04 13:47
At Wildings, our Personal Injury Solicitors have been helping clients with personal injury claims for over ten years.
Having helped innumerable people from all walks of life to secure the c… Read More
2017-08-04 09:02
It’s been another busy week in the world of employment law & HR. With the landmark Supreme Court decision on employment tribunal fees being hailed by the Wales TUC as ‘a mass… Read More
2017-07-31 11:53
Welcome to your essential weekly Employment Law & HR briefing.
In this instalment, our weekly Employment Law & HR roundup will focus on the mental health of your employees, the &ls&hell…Read More
2017-07-21 08:27
Following a week where employment rights were thrust into the mainstream media discussion by the Taylor Review, employment law once again finds itself as a central topic of discussion.
How… Read More
2017-07-17 14:40
Workplace sexual harassment is a widespread problem that still affects numerous businesses despite greater awareness of discrimination and equality issues. Just last year a TUC study reporte… Read More
2017-07-14 11:31
Following the widely publicised release of the Taylor Report, Employment Law has found itself as a central topic of discussion in the mainstream media this week.
In the wake of debates abo… Read More
2017-07-14 08:33
Wimbledon 2017 is in full swing and will continue until 15th July 2017. However, for employers, Wimbledon, as with any major sporting event, has and will present a number of challenges in th… Read More
2017-07-12 13:16
What is it and how much will I pay?
There is undeniably a lot to consider when buying a house. With property searches, contract negotiations and completion dates to keep track of, the proc… Read More
2017-07-12 13:16
At Wildings, it’s important to us that the service we provide is both professional and personal. Legal matters can seem be daunting, so having a solicitor who you can trust and communi… Read More
2017-07-12 11:36
In the workplace, a dress code is traditionally enforced to create an image of professionalism through visual uniformity, to put employees at ease and avoid problems that could arise through… Read More
2017-07-07 14:46
At Wildings Solicitors, our Employment Team work with businesses of all shapes and sizes. But despite having different specialisms, requirements and budgets, many have the same concerns when… Read More
2017-06-09 13:20
Every month, we like to dedicate some space in our newsletter to introduce you to a different member of the Wildings Solicitors team. In previous instalments of our Meet the Team feature, we… Read More
2017-06-05 15:28
Regardless of the size of your business or the sector you operate in, it is inevitable that as an employer that you will encounter HR issues. As a business grows, the potential for experienc… Read More
2017-05-08 15:07
This month, the member of the Wildings team we are introducing you to is Tiberiu Oprea.
As a web developer, Tiberiu, or ‘Tibi’, plays a vital role in the digital side of the co… Read More
2017-05-08 15:07
The Key Steps Involved
Buying a house can be one of the most stressful, but exciting times of your life. As anyone who has been through a move will assure you, being prepared and having… Read More
2017-03-31 14:25
This month we will introduce you to the newest member of the Wildings Solicitors Employment Law team, Dippalli Naik.
Dippalli is an experienced and commercially minded Employment Solicitor… Read More
2017-03-28 15:31
New Personal Injury Reforms released by the Government on 23 February 2017, showed that from 1st October 2018 any whiplash injury claims sustained in road traffic accidents will be subject t… Read More
2017-03-27 15:23
We all look forward to our holidays; those precious days away from any stress and concern. We not only invest anticipation, but hard-earned savings, into our trips abroad. So, for that to be… Read More
2017-03-20 17:09
On 20 March, Employment Solicitor Neelam Afzal ran a free webinar focusing on how to dismiss an employee fairly.
During the webinar, Neelam explained:
The importance of dismissing an emp… Read More
2017-03-16 16:04
Applying for a new job and subsequently being called for an interview is always nerve wracking. Questions flood your mind: how will you come across? What if they ask you a question you are n… Read More
2017-03-16 16:03
When it comes to dismissing an employee, following proper procedures and having carefully drafted disciplinary procedures in place is essential. Knowing the potential risks of dismissing an… Read More
2017-03-03 16:46
The dismissal of an employee for a reason other than one allowed by law, without following a fair and reasonable procedure, may lead to a claim for unfair dismissal. Dismissing an employee w… Read More
2017-02-03 13:06
Regular Wildings blogger and Litigation Executive, Emma Sockett, is the staff member we introduce you to in this instalment of Meet the Team.
In this article you will gain an insight into… Read More
2017-01-31 14:56
Flexible working is now commonplace in many businesses, to allow their staff more freedom when it comes to their working hours. A study conducted by the CIPD has found that offering flexible… Read More
2017-01-24 17:14
When having a baby, you are entitled to claim up to 52 weeks’ statutory maternity leave. The 52 weeks are based on 26 weeks’ ordinary maternity leave and 26 weeks’ addition… Read More
2017-01-18 15:47
As an employer, disputes are to be expected not only from your employees but also from other entities that you engage with. These conflicts are not only stressful but also time consuming and… Read More
2017-01-16 13:15
If you booked a European Flight, or flew with a European Airline, and your flight was either delayed or canceled, you have the right to claim flight delay compensation.
In the following blo… Read More
2017-01-09 16:38
Since the 1980s house prices have increased almost consistently. The Office for National Statistics suggests that on average house prices have risen by 7% each year. This annual increase has… Read More
2016-12-19 16:08
Christmas is a joyous and wonderful time for everyone that celebrates, but the aftermath clean-up can be a bit of a nightmare. Every year the biggest clean-up decision is over what to do wit… Read More
2016-12-08 11:20
This month we introduce you to Legal Cashier, Marlene Maxwell. Having worked at Wildings Solicitors for 30 years, Marlene knows the company inside out and has played a central role in it's d… Read More
2016-12-06 15:57
As our online activity becomes increasingly central to our lives, the relationship between divorce and social media becomes ever more complex and problematic. Since the social media boom in… Read More
2016-11-18 15:41
Are you eligible to buy your council house? If you have been in a property for more than 3 years than you could have the right to buy. This was a recent change; in May 2015, the law was chan… Read More
2016-11-09 15:32
In this month's edition of our 'Meet the Team' blog we give you the chance to learn a little more about the background, specialisms and interests of Solicitor Partner, Ghaffar Hussain.
Wha… Read More
2016-11-09 15:31
As the number of students of all ages attending University increases, so too does the demand for student accommodation. Letting to students can be more profitable for you than traditional le… Read More
2016-10-18 13:29
The Team GB Heroes Parade in Manchester was a fantastic event to welcome home all the athletes from the Rio 2016 Olympics and Paralympics games. In true Manchester style, the heavens opened… Read More
2016-10-12 10:53
In our second instalment of ‘Meet the Team’, we will be taking the chance to introduce you to Employment and Litigation Solicitor, Neelam Afzal.
What first inspired you to beco… Read More
2016-10-05 13:08
Following Manchester’s success with the Olympics, the Paralympians from the city did not disappoint! Team GB gained an astonishing 10 medals (6 – Gold, 2 – Silver, 2 - Bron… Read More
2016-09-23 15:17
With the ever growing demand for convenience in life, more and more companies have started to set up agreements where people work under their brand, but as self-employed individuals. Technic… Read More
2016-09-08 15:52
One of the most hotly debated news stories in August was the European Commission’s decision that the so called ‘sweetheart tax deal’ between Apple and the Irish tax authori… Read More
2016-09-08 15:34
A lot has changed since Mr Laurie Neale and Mr Patrick Wilding founded the firm that would later become Wildings Solicitors. But even after thirty years the staff at Wildings continue to be… Read More
2016-08-01 08:45
Mike Ashley, founder of Sports Direct, has once again been criticised due to the inadequate working conditions that his staff are subject to. This is not the first time that 51 year old Ashl… Read More
2016-07-11 15:41
Since the value of a claim is to be raised from a minimum of £1,000.00 to £5,000.00+, Claimants like Mrs Ravenscroft from my previous blog Fundamental Dishonesty will be vulnerab… Read More
2016-07-08 08:40
Lord Justice Jackson has called for costs to be fixed in all claims up to £250,000 in value.
A recent case of (1) Broadhurst (2) Taylor v (1) Tan (2) Smith [2016] EWCA Civ 94 handed… Read More
2016-06-30 12:13
Like almost all relationships, the one you have with your landlord can be complicated at times. Whether you get on like a house on fire, or you’re at each other’s throats like an… Read More
2016-05-27 12:24
When we speak about ‘spam emails’, what we mean is,
‘Unwanted or intrusive advertising on the Internet’
The chances are if you have an email address, you will h… Read More
2016-05-23 17:12
Organisations choose to give back to the community in a number of different ways: some donate to charity, some might sponsor local sports teams, and others might offer opportunities for work… Read More
2016-05-23 11:03
The European case of Kuldip Singh and its effect on ‘Retained rights of Residence’ for non-EU nationals and the issue of ‘Self-sufficency’ in European cases.
The re… Read More
2016-05-23 10:59
George Osbourne’s announcement in November 2015 that the small claims limit is set to rise has sent deep shockwaves through personal injury firms nationwide. The Chancellor plans to ra… Read More
2016-05-23 10:19
The office Christmas party has become a way for Employers to say thank you to their staff for their hard work and commitment during the year, boost staff morale, and an opportunity for staff… Read More
2016-05-20 15:19
The government has announced plans to launch a further crackdown on illegal immigration, in particular those that overstay their visas. The proposals are contained in the new Immigration Bil… Read More
2016-05-20 15:19
The government has announced plans to launch a further crackdown on illegal immigration, in particular those that overstay their visas. The proposals are contained in the new Immigration Bil… Read More
2016-05-20 14:35
The recent announcement by Government that the UK will now vote on whether or not to leave the EU has sparked huge countrywide debate. It seems everyone has their own ideas about what they t… Read More
2016-05-20 14:32
The two key questions all Claimant Solicitors ask themselves when faced with an allegation of ‘fundamental dishonesty’ are: -
What does it mean? and
What must be proved?
In m… Read More
2016-05-20 14:16
Wildings solicitors have assisted many people in making an application for their fiancés to travel to the UK to assist join them. Unlike other partner visas there is no requirement th… Read More
2016-05-20 14:15
Over the past 3 weeks, I have taken on four separate claims for Agency Workers who have not received equal treatment from their Agency/Hirer, because they have been receiving a lesser hourly… Read More
2016-05-20 14:15
Employee rights are not something that many people think about when starting a new job, or even when they've been working with a company for a long time. However it's vitally important to fa… Read More
2016-05-20 14:14
Social Media Dismissal: The EAT still decline to lay down guidance
Compulsive engagement, often ill-considered engagement with social media, is one of the most dramatic developments of digi… Read More
2016-05-20 14:14
Social Media Dismissal: The EAT still decline to lay down guidance
Compulsive engagement, often ill-considered engagement with social media, is one of the most dramatic developments of digi… Read More
2016-05-20 13:59
I believe being a good employer inevitably makes employees feel more valued, which in turn makes employees more effective in their work. Over the past few years the economy has been challen… Read More
2016-05-20 13:53
Wildings List of 10 signs of bullying at the workplace
Workplace bullying can be hard to identify, you may not recognize it unless you face severe mistreatment or abuse. Harassment and ass… Read More
2016-05-20 13:51
Until the very recent case of Plumb v Duncan Print Group Limited there have been two very conflicting Employment Appeal Tribunal decisions, that were both heard in 2011.
These were;
In the… Read More
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