A recent inheritance case between two stepsisters based on which of their parents passed away first has been determined by the High Court, which by using a 1925 law, ruled that the younger parent legally outlived…
Rugby and the law – a continuing passion at Hutchinson Thomas
Rugby has a long-standing history at Hutchinson Thomas, with the Neath-based firm’s founding partner Lewis Cobden Thomas making two appearances playing for Wales during the 1880s. His legacy was maintained at the firm, with Lewis’…
Tribunal rules in favour of pregnant woman with working hours concern
A recent employment tribunal ruling has highlighted the cautiousness needed when dismissing a pregnant woman from employment, as well as the need to consider workers’ rights under Working Time Regulations. Background to the case Peart…
Amendment in employment tribunal claim leads to rejection
A recent employment appeal tribunal (EAT) case, E.ON Control Solutions Ltd v Caspall, has highlighted that employment claims can be rejected following previously being allowed to be amended. It is viewed that the employment tribunal…
Is it misconduct for an employee to make a covert recording?
It may be a question at the back of many employers’ minds: what if an employee makes a covert recording in the workplace? There has been a light shone on this topic in the recent…
Welsh lawyer prepares for key role at Rugby World Cup in Japan
As the excitement builds ahead of the Rugby World Cup in September, one Welsh lawyer is preparing to travel to the spectacle and play a critical role at the tournament. Roger Morris, partner and notary…
Restrictive covenants: what employers need to be aware of
A recent case before the Supreme Court, Tillman v Egon Zehnder Ltd, has found unenforceable wide wording can be cut out of a non-compete restrictive covenant in an employment contract, enabling the remaining wording to…
New law will assist families of missing loved ones
A new law is set to come into force on 31 July 2019 that will help families of loved ones who have been missing for 90 days or more. The Guardianship (Missing Persons) Act, known…
Croquet day raises funds for Tŷ Hafan
A croquet tournament organised by law firm Hutchinson Thomas took place on Friday 14 June at Neath Cricket Club to raise money for Welsh children’s hospice, Tŷ Hafan. Businesses from Neath and Swansea including Willis…
How can you safeguard your digital assets upon your death?
A recent case involving a widow who wanted access to her late husband’s digital data has once again highlighted the importance of keeping a will up to date. Rachel Thompson sought access to photos and…