Ever received a hefty £100 parking fine from a private company and wondered how they got your details? The answer is simple: Yes, the DVLA can share your data with private car parking companies. In this article Kristy Gouldsmith works through the legal precedent the DVLA has to enforce fines and the ICO involvement in regulating data protection.
Ever received a hefty £100 parking fine from a private company and wondered how they got your details? The answer is simple: Yes, the DVLA can share your data with private car parking companies. In this article Kristy Gouldsmith works through the legal precedent the DVLA has to enforce fines and the ICO involvement in regulating data protection.
In this case study from Cansford Laboratories look at the the critical role of hair strand testing in a recent case at the family court. Discussion highlights how the objective testing was beneficial to the case and informed the court decision.
In this article Ben Tomlinson further discusses findings from Atlas Cloud’s Cyber Security study including key reasons why law firms are missing out on the benefits of being Cyber Essentials accredited.
Cohabiting couples in the UK face risks due to misconceptions about inheritance laws. Research shows 68% of couples don’t realize that without a Will, they have no automatic right to inherit their partner’s estate, even after years together or with children. Peter de Vena Franks discusses how solicitors can address this by joining the Will Aid campaign, which runs in November.
In this feature from Vikki Pratley The StressLess Coach, Vikki shares her own story of her experience as a burnt out lawyer, what she did to change her life around to become a leadership consultant and self-management coach.
In this spotlight piece as part of our World Mental Health Day series about Oakwood Solicitors we spoke with Jason Spence and Stuart Jones regarding the support and resources the firm provides for staff well-being.
In the first of our collaborative FAQ series with Jamie Kelly of Y Therapy entitled ‘Mental Health in the Legal Profession’ we bring you Part 1 which answers three questions sourced from the legal profession about mental health barriers and challenges.
This World Mental Health Day (10 October), LawCare, the charity that promotes and supports better mental health in the legal sector, is sharing practical tips to help you create a mentally healthy workplace. They’re also offering a free webinar to give legal professionals the tools they need to manage work challenges and prioritise mental health at work.
The legal profession is known for its high standards and relentless demands, especially for Partners who balance leadership, client expectations, and personal lives. In this feature from Dr Catherine Sykes highlights the unique mental health challenges faced by Partners at law firms, including increased risks of depression, anxiety, and burnout.
With National Coming Out Day (11th October) this week Bob Hughes of Switchboard LGBTQIA+ Support Line provides us with an update of the training sessions they have available to help support you in making your workplace more inclusive.
Join DG Legal for a free two part webinar series on Judicial Review and Refusal of Naturalisation on Good Character Grounds. In this will be a 1 hour session presented by leading practitioners Eric Fripp and Amy Childs from 36 Group, they will outline the parameters for refusal of British nationality on the basis of lack of ‘good character’, how to anticipate issues, and how to contest refusals The first part of the webinar will be held on Tuesday, 8th October 2024, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
If you’ve received a Subject Access Request (SAR), don’t push it aside—prompt action is crucial. Kristy Gouldsmith provides a guide to help; including an explanation of what an SAR is, steps to manage them and the complications that can arise.
Probate genealogy is a specialized field focused on locating heirs when someone dies intestate (without a will), often misunderstood despite its significance. In this article Callum Emmerson of Blanchards Inheritance debunks some of those common myths for us.
If your firm isn’t blogging, you’re missing out – blogging can increase your leads by 67%! Even better, it works 24/7, with your content accessible anytime. Read about why a blog is a must-have marketing tool for your law firm from Chloe Wingate of TOMD.
We are pleased to inform you of an upcoming free webinar hosted by LawCare and delivered by Claire Jacques and Satpal Kaur-Thompson about relationships in the workplace and how that can affect our mental health.
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