The crisis that is COVID-19 has ushered in a complete change of lifestyle for many – as society is changing and adapting, not all relationships are handling the changes well. It’s been widely reported that…
Safely working from home
Many people have been working from home for some weeks now, and with government advice continuing to be to ‘work from home if possible’, Simon Thomas, partner at Hutchinson Thomas Solicitors, looks at what employers…
Getting your organisation ready to return to work
With the UK Government encouraging businesses to prepare measures for their staff to return to work, Employment Law Solicitor Simon Thomas, partner at Hutchinson Thomas, looks at some of the points employers and employees will…
Furlough Advice: Job retention scheme extended until October
The Government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has been extended for a further four months. Simon Thomas, partner at Hutchinson Thomas, offers furlough advice and explains what changes have been announced. Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced…
Hutchinson Thomas named as one of the top firms in Legal 500 Client Service Survey
Hutchinson Thomas Solicitors, which has offices in Swansea and Neath, is one of only eight firms in Wales to be recognised in the latest Legal 500 Client Service Survey – the largest and most comprehensive…
Hutchinson Thomas continues to grow with new Childcare team member
As Hutchinson Thomas continues to expand, the firm is pleased to welcome its newest team member, Ellie Curnock. She has joined the Childcare team as a trainee solicitor – a role that reflects the expertise…
Employment contracts: what employers need to know
If you’ve started employing people, it’s vital that you know the legalities around employment contracts. Simon Thomas, partner at Hutchinson Thomas, outlines the key considerations. Building your team can be hugely exciting, but it’s important…
Terms and conditions for your business: ensuring they are valid and up to date
Whatever kind of business you are running, it’s important to make sure your terms and conditions are up to date, and you get your customers to agree to them, writes Darren Davies at Hutchinson Thomas….
Is coronavirus a force majeure event?
If COVID-19 prevents you from fulfilling a business contract, you may be able to be released from your obligation by claiming ‘force majeure’. Darren Davies, partner at Hutchinson Thomas, explains how it works. The term…
5 key employment law changes for 2020
This year brings some important changes to employment law. Simon Thomas, a partner at Hutchinson Thomas, gives an overview. If you’re an employer, you need to be aware of certain key changes coming into effect…