Employee contracts aren’t something most business owners think about until there’s a problem. But outdated contracts can cause real headaches when things go wrong. Maybe a role has changed over time, a clause no longer fits how the business operates or the law has moved on. When contracts fall behind, it leaves everyone uncertain about what applies and what doesn’t.

We had a case recently where a client was concerned that their employee had gone AWOL. Despite multiple attempts to contact the employee, they didn't hear back and were getting worried. Here's what we told them to do...

When someone leaves your business, it is easy to think the risk ends there. But if their exit is not handled properly, you could still face a claim after they have gone. Former employees can take legal action for unfair dismissal, breach of contract or even discrimination if they believe they were treated unfairly during or after their exit. A case in 2024 showed just how costly that can be. The Leeds United case In 2024, former technical director, Nigel Gibbs, won ov

When something serious happens at work, it can be hard to know what to do next. You want to protect your team and your business, but you also want to be fair. Suspending someone might feel like the simplest option, but it should only be used when there’s no other way to keep things safe and impartial. Think about alternatives first Before jumping to suspension, look for practical ways to keep things running: Could they work different hours or in another area? Could

Here's your employment law and HR checklist for 2026 👇 There's a lot happening in the world of employment law and HR this year which is why we've created our 2026 HR checklist to give you some guidance on what you'll need to focus on.

January always brings a sense of reset. Once the holiday dust settles, many business owners look at their team, their processes and their plans for the year ahead and think, “Right, where do I start?” And it’s a fair question. 2026 is shaping up to be a busy year in HR. Legal changes are moving slowly through Parliament, expectations around wellbeing and flexibility continue to shift, and a lot of people are taking time to reflect on what they want next from their work