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Welcome Carly Johnson & Tamara Clary to CWJ

Clarkson Wright & Jakes is delighted to welcome back Carly Johnson (nee Sargeant) as Partner and Head of the Residential Property team. Carly started her conveyancing career at Clarkson Wright & Jakes back in 2002 when she worked for the firm until...
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Councils Secure Continuation of Injunction Against Protests

The courts have powers to deal with protests or other actions that disrupt the day-to-day activities of people and organisations, even when those responsible cannot be identified. Recently, the High Court granted a continued injunction against persons...
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Former Railway Worker Secures Damages for Mesothelioma

An 82-year-old former railway worker who was exposed to asbestos at work has secured compensation from his former employer after being diagnosed with mesothelioma. The man had worked on and off for his employer for 30 years, starting when he was just 15....
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Court Refuses Request to Observe Hearing

Court and tribunal hearings usually take place in public, as part of the principle of open justice. However, a judge can decide to hold a hearing in private if it is deemed necessary for the proper administration of justice. Recently, the Court of...
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Employment Rights Bill

On Thursday 10 October the Government published its Employment Rights Bill. Whilst it feels as though this has been awaited for some time, what may not have been anticipated by many is the length of time it could take for the Bill to become legislation. Some...
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What To Do If An Employee Is Subject To Criminal Allegations

What are an employer’s obligations when an employee is arrested and charged? Should they dismiss, and are there any risks for the employer if they do? The action an employer should take following being made aware of criminal allegations against one of...
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Accessibility requirements for businesses

When thinking about accessibility requirements for businesses there are three streams to consider. These are: Accessibility to premises: Where customers, clients, visitors and others physically visit premises owned or operated by a business or public...
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Equal Pay

The principle behind equal pay law is that men and women should receive the same pay for doing the same work. This is achieved by implying a sex equality clause into contracts of employment. Equal pay law has been in the news recently following the...
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Duty To Prevent Sexual Harassment

On 26 October 2024 the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 (“the Act”) comes into force. The Act imposes a positive obligation on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. What is...
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Clarkson Wright & Jakes Host Charity Bake Off And Cake Sale

Clarkson Wright & Jakes hosted a charity bake off competition and cake sale in support of the firm's chosen charity, St Christopher's Hospice . The event took place at the Clarkson Wright & Jakes' office in Knoll Rise,...
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