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Furlough leave – Our employment expert explains all you need to know
Furlough is a word that did not exist in most people’s vocabulary until a few weeks ago. However, in the unprecedented times that...
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GPs revealed to be most stressed out – What types of stress claims could lead to compensation?
What is Stress Awareness Month? Stress Awareness Month has been running every April since 1992 in a bid to increase public awareness of...
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Debenhams to file for administration – Employment law advice | Watermans
During the Coronavirus crisis the Government has put in place unprecedented measures to protect employees’ jobs. If the Furlough scheme is used correctly...
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City Blinds & Shutters ceases trading – What compensation will the 63 staff members be entitled to?
Across Scotland, there has already been a number of renowned businesses who announced they have ceased trading as a result of the coronavirus outbreak....
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Workplace accident claim if I lose my job | Watermans
Accidents at work – can still claim for personal injury if I lose my job? Many employees and employers currently face uncertain futures due to the impact of Covid-19, with...
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A lawyer’s lockdown survival guide – by our solicitor Aimee Elder
Ever wondered what a lawyer gets up to during a nationwide lockdown? Aimee Elder writes her first ever blog detailing her personal survival guide...
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The coronavirus and what it means for Scotland’s hospitality workers – Watermans
Hospitality workers’ rights during coronavirus pandemic With the coronavirus pandemic forcing the hospitality industry to close its doors for the time being, fears have been raised over what...
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Physical assault – how much compensation am I entitled to?
If you have been a victim of a physical assault, domestic violence or sexual abuse, then you have every right to claim compensation. Criminal...
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Airline and Airport Injury Compensation –Watermans
Airline and airport accident compensation Holidays at home or abroad offer a meaningful travel experience and provide some welcome respite with friends, family...
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Coronavirus in Scotland and Statutory Sick Pay – Watermans
Coronavirus hits Scotland – but what are my sick pay rights? With news that the coronavirus has reached Scotland, the Scottish Government announced emergency...
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International Women’s Day (IWD) – Meet our senior solicitor Heather Tierney
Today (March 8) is International Woman’s Day, (IWD) a focal point in the movement towards women’s rights. This year’s theme is #EachforEqual, which sees...
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The collapse of Flybe and redundancies employees are entitled to – Watermans
Just weeks after the Government vowed to protect British travel agent Flybe, who had admitted to struggling for some time, it was announced...