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Could Black Lives Matter speed up the introduction of ethnicity pay reporting? Rachel Ward and Tom Heys write for People Management

14 July 2020

Rachel Ward and Tom Heys explore whether the renewed pressure to remove societal injustice faced by BAME people could finally mean clarity on this area of legislation.

Can I “work from home” in another country? Rosie Moore, Colin Leckey, Catherine Hayes, Catherine Leung and Katy Lee write for Lawyer Monthly

31 July 2020

COVID-19 is causing many employees to ask if they can work from ‘home’ for an extended period in an overseas country, for example, because it is their home nation, or their family is based there.

Consulting with furloughed employees about redundancies and changing terms: Colin Leckey and David Hopper write for Employment Law Journal

31 July 2020

Colin Leckey and David Hopper explore the challenges of consulting remotely and holding remote elections for employee representatives when staff are on furlough or working from home.

Learning from others’ mistakes: two common security failings in five data breaches - Ali Vaziri and Tamsin Hoque write for PDP journal

06 November 2020

In an article for PDP journal Ali Vaziri and Tamsin Hoque mine five Penalty Notices issued in recent years by the UK ICO for insight into how organisations can avoid making the same mistakes, and comment on the recent BA fine.

Ferrari SpA v DU: Nicholas Buckland and Elyssia White write for Intellectual Property Magazine

04 December 2020

Beneath the bonnet of the Court of Justice of the European Union’s (CJEU) ruling in Ferrari SpA v DU relating to a brand exuding Italian passion and flair, are essential considerations of what can amount to ‘genuine use’ of a mark.

Furlough – CJRS scheme extended again – current issues and priorities for employers: Lucy Lewis and Richard Moore write for Employment Law Journal

30 March 2021

In this article for Employment Law Journal, Lucy Lewis and Richard Moore share their insights on new debates about how the furlough scheme interacts with arrangements for schools and with the roll-out of workplace Covid-19 testing and vaccination.

Employers have a duty to support home workers: Abi Frederick and Paul Norris write for Employee Benefits

06 April 2021

Employers have a duty to take steps that are reasonably necessary to ensure the health, safety and welfare of homeworkers. The risks include feelings of isolation, a lack of supervision, issues arising from prolonged use of display screen equipment, working long hours and taking inadequate breaks.

De-risking Digital Business Dreams: James Gill, Victor Timon and Helen Hart write for ICLG - Digital Business Laws and Regulations 2021

08 June 2021

It is undisputed that the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the pace of digital change. Since then, many consider that at least 10 years' development has taken place. Last year's Guide neatly highlighted five key forces of disruption that are set to transform businesses, including 5G and with it, the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomy, Hybridity and Blockchain. These remain highly relevant.

Comms firms are a sweet spot for private equity, but how do founders make it work? Karish Andrews and Sadiq Tajbhai write for PR Week

01 July 2021

Over recent years private equity investment in the marcomms sector has increased substantially, where it now rivals the global networks, consultancies and independents in the buyer league tables.

How much of their ‘whole selves’ should staff bring to work? Tarun Tawakley and Emily Atkinson write for People Management

13 August 2021

Tarun Tawakley and Emily Atkinson discuss the fine balance of employee opinions on various societal and political issues, which could be offensive to some.

How to address allegations of discrimination: Karen Baxter and Lucy Hendley write for EG

02 September 2021

Karen Baxter and Lucy Hendley set out the steps to take if your business is accused of being a toxic workplace.

The AdTech Challenge: Thriving in an E-commerce World - Jo Farmer, Mark Hersey and Helen Hart write for PLC Magazine

02 November 2021

The privacy and other legal challenges that advertisers face in navigating the online advertising industry and, in particular, the use of AdTech.

Phoenix Rising: Key Trends for the Hotel Sector in 2022. Anthony van Hoffen and Katie Thomas write for Caterer, Licensee & Hotelier News

07 December 2021

The impact of the pandemic on the hotel and leisure sector was, arguably, felt stronger than in any other single area of the economy. With no ability to pivot their business to ‘online’, and no prospect that ‘working from home’ might provide a temporary solution, the sector was faced with an unprecedented fight for survival.

Boutique hotel trends for 2022: What’s next for the sector? Anthony van Hoffen and Katie Thomas write for Boutique Hotelier

09 December 2021

The impact of Covid-19 on the luxury hotel sector has, arguably, been felt stronger than in any other single area of the economy. The sector has been faced with an unparalleled fight for survival – with most hotels having to close their doors to customers for considerable amounts of time throughout the last year and a half.

A Guide To How Trade Marks Work In Formula One. Nicholas Buckland and Ella Nawaro write for LawInSport

21 February 2022

In the UK, a trade mark can be protected if it is capable of distinguishing the specific goods/services covered from those of third parties, and if the mark itself can be represented on the register in a clear in precise manner. But what does this mean in practice, and what are the implications for motorsport?

Not so intangible: IP rights and real estate. Clare Reddy, Stephanie Kay and Michael Szlesinger write for EG

01 June 2022

From trophy buildings that dominate the skyline to uniquely designed work and living spaces, distinctiveness is a significant driver of real estate value. Key to developers’ ability to leverage and protect that value are intellectual property rights.

Why employers need to think about ethnicity and gender pay gaps - Tom Heys write for Employee Benefits

15 June 2022

Gender pay gap reporting has successfully increased focus on one aspect of diversity, with high levels of compliance. Although reporting will not be mandatory, the imminent arrival of government guidance on ethnicity pay gap reporting means that more employers will be taking a greater focus on ethnic diversity.