This article summarises the case of Francesco Accattatis v Fortuna Group (London) Limited, a recent Employment Tribunals (the “Tribunal”) decision from the UK. Mr Accattatis (the “Employee”) took a claim against Fortuna Group (London) Limited (the “Company”) alleging that he was unfairly dismissed from his role after he refused to work in the office due […]

On 16 September 2021, the government published updated guidance (the “Guidance Note”) for employers and employees returning to the workplace[1].  The Guidance Note was prepared by the Labour Employer Economic Forum (the “LEEF Group”) and serves as a useful tool alongside the already published document “Reframing the Challenge: Continuing our Recovery and Reconnecting” (the “Work […]

On 7 July 2021, the Gender Pay Gap Information Bill 2019 was passed by both houses of the Oireachtas and is due to be signed into law by the President before the end of the year. This article summarises key changes that the Bill will introduce, and outlines steps employers can take to ensure compliance […]

LexTech, a legal technology company, invites you to the 2021 Future of Law Forum, which this year is called “Tomorrow’s Lawyer”. This takes place on Thursday, 7th October. The theme for this year brings practical digital solutions for tomorrow’s lawyer in commercial, property and litigation practice, with prolific global speakers on law, design, innovation and […]