Introduction
This month we assess cases concerning the difficult issue of providing references when there are outstanding allegations, the risks associated with social media within the workplace and working in a second job whilst on sick leave. We also consider the government’s suggestions for stimulating the economy for employers and suggestions for clamping down on vexatious litigants.
Joanne Kay
0845 634 1724
joanne.kay@freethcartwright.co.uk
STOP PRESS - FITS SCHEME REVIEW
Many of you will have already read and digested yesterday’s consultation on the FITs scheme but for those who have not yet had time, here is a brief summary.
People fall out over money, especially when times are hard and margins are tight. Surveys confirm that litigation is on the rise.
Social Networking - Employer’s Friend or Foe?
There can be no doubt that we are in the midst of a communication revolution. The use of email and social media for communication purposes has grown significantly in recent years and shows no signs of slowing. We only need to look at the impact that social networking had on the recent riots to understand its potential impact both inside and outside of the workplace.
Whilst employers have had time to develop policies on electronic communications, how should they respond to the proliferation of social networking through the likes of Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, to name but a few?
This quarter, we look at yet more contractual disputes and highlight a couple of cautionary tales for developers wanting to develop land that is subject to restrictive covenants. For landlords and tenants, the AGA/GAGA saga seems to have come to an end (for now) and service charge provisions are still a cause of disagreement. We also include links to information on green issues.
What are the feed-in tariffs?
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