Sure, ‘without prejudice’ seems like a real legal term. But what is it, exactly? The traditional meaning of ‘without prejudice’ it is to allow communications between parties without worrying that those communications, like letters or emails, will be used in court against the writer. However, it’s a term often misused by lawyers. It should be […]
Non-competes are increasingly common – but they have to be reasonable Employees may be required to sign an employment contract as a term of employment. Typical employment agreements include the employee’s start date, payment terms, details of future increases or changes in remuneration, duties, the term of employment and the terms of dismissal. As
So you have a problem you think you need to talk to a lawyer about. How do you hire a lawyer? Every lawyer or firm may have different procedures. Generally, however, when you identify someone you want to hire, a lawyer will need the following: Names of anyone involved to avoid a conflict of
A trusted confidante can be helpful in lots of ways Sometimes, a client going through a separation or divorce will ask me â usually with some trepidation â if they can bring a friend or family member to a meeting. Though weâre often taught that lawyer meetings should be âprivateâ, the truth is that having
A trusted confidante can be helpful in lots of ways Sometimes, a client going through a separation or divorce will ask me – usually with some trepidation – if they can bring a friend or family member to a meeting. Though we’re often taught that lawyer meetings should be ‘private’, the truth is that having
The series of checks and balances that help to protect clients With the news so often carrying stories of lawyers involved in scandals, it’s hard not to worry that you’ll choose a lawyer only to be disappointed or blindsided by their behaviour or work. It’s important to keep in mind that the vast majority of
Confidentiality and criticism are the two biggest issues Ah, social media. ĂÂ So many ways to share and interact with friends, family and colleagues; so many ways to get yourself in trouble at work. ĂÂ As social media has become more prevalent among all age groups, the role of social media in the workplace has resulted in
Without a plan in place, your social media profile may live forever We’ve talked before about how important it is to have a properly-written-and-witnessed will in place – and how it’s the sort of thing that so many people put off until it’s too late. But here’s something to consider: ĂÂ Most of us think about
