Employers should ensure that their staff treat the work Christmas party like an extension of the normal working day – as inappropriate comments or actions could leave their employer open to a sexual harassment claim, an employment law specialist has warned. Julia Woodhouse, head of employment law at Blythe Liggins Solicitors, says any inappropriate behaviour […]

What is a Settlement Agreement? A Settlement Agreement is an agreement used to settle employment claims which you may have against your employer. It will usually involve the termination of your employment and a financial package will be offered to you, in return for the settlement of your claims. The Agreement will set out details […]

A solicitor who joined a Warwickshire law firm straight from college has been promoted to a partner in the business. Lois Harrison started work at Blythe Liggins Solicitors in Leamington Spa at the age of 18, working as an administrative assistant opening files in the conveyancing department In 2008, she became legal secretary to Claire […]

Thousands of runners turned out on Sunday (8th June) to take on one of Warwickshire’s most popular 10km runs, following a route between Warwick and Kenilworth Castles. Around 4,000 runners took part in the fully-booked Two Castles Run, with well-wishers turning out to cheer them on along the route. The run started at Warwick Castle […]