How should employers respond when faced with the clash of religious beliefs and sexual orientation?
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The Central London Employment Tribunal found that there had been no discrimination after the claimant, a Christian and an actress, was dropped from a production following circulation by another actor on social media of an old Facebook post made by her relaying her beliefs on homosexuality.
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Beware of assumption of “childcare disparity” in discrimination claims
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The Employment Appeal Tribunal has recognised that women still have the primary responsibility for childcare and are less likely to be able to work certain hours.
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If a medical professional has failed to meet the standards necessary to keep you and your baby safe during childbirth, and their actions (or inaction) has had life-changing consequences or even endangered your baby’s life, you could pursue a birth injury claim for compensation.
Birth Trauma Injury Report – Listen to Mums: Ending the Postcode Lottery on Perinatal Care
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Personal injury and medical negligence
Vanessa Harris comments on the recent birth trauma injury report – Listen to Mums: Ending the Postcode Lottery on Perinatal Care and discusses the themes and outcome of the report.
Written by
Vanessa Harris
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Business Interruption insurance: Clarity from the Supreme Court and guidance for Insolvency Practitioners
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Commercial litigation and disputes
The Supreme Court handed down its judgment on the FCA’s business interruption insurance test case on Friday 15 January 2021 in an appeal from the Commercial Court.
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A little over a year ago, the government announced the introduction of two new taxing measures, the proceeds from which would be used to fund cladding and building remediation works.
Clarke Willmott supports Action for Brain Injury Week
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Personal injury and medical negligence
Clarke Willmott is once again supporting brain injury charity Headway with their Action For Brain Injury week campaign, taking place between 20th and 26th of May 2024.
Written by
Philip Edwards
,
Lee Hart
and
Marguarita Tyne
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