Before the pandemic, “Furlough leave” or “Furloughed employee” were not familiar concepts under UK employment law.  Indeed, when, as it was known on its inception, the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) was introduced by the Government on 20 March 2020, employment lawyers had to quickly come to grips with what it meant for employers and…

The benefits of flexible working are well known.  It gives you a way of working that suits your needs and it will give you some say over where you work, when you work and how you work.   Whether this means a job share, working part time, flexible hours or working from home, it gives you…

Are you Pregnant and are Thinking About Your Maternity Leave? The start of maternity leave should be exciting for you given the impending birth of your baby; however, many women worry about this and about their return to work.  Here are my top tips for managing your maternity leave before you leave: Do You Know…

Employment Law: Why it exists?   Although the history of labor laws started long before, the 19th century was an incredibly active time for people working in the UK. In 1875, deeds such as the Master and Servant Act and the Employers and Workmen Act in the same year became a true symbol and a…

Experts in Employment Law Knowing your rights and the employment law when it comes to your workplace can be confusing, daunting and scary. After all your entire livelihood depends on the way the organisation is run and the way the business views you and your role within the organisation. Situations with your employment can suddenly…

Have you ever felt discriminated against at work?   Do you dread going into work because of your colleagues?   Have you been unfairly dismissed?   Are you owed wages from your previous employer?                                                                                   Do you have ailments preventing you from performing tasks at work?   Struggling to know what to do next or…

It has never been more important to choose your words carefully in the workplace. We all have witnessed the heated debates in Parliament following the calm, carefully-crafted language used by the judges in the Supreme Court. Recent drama in Westminster raises many questions about what is or isn’t appropriate in terms of the language used.…

A good boss PREPARES FOR UNEXPECTED issues to ensure their workforce is a happy one. Aside from possible obstacles arising out of Brexit, there will be employment law changes that should commence from 6 April. For those who need guidance, SW19 Lawyers is here to help. A statement of terms You will need to give…

Seeking a Commercial Lawyer We are seeking an ex-City Commercial Lawyer with 4-6 years PQE. Want to join our team of highly experienced lawyers specialising in employment and commercial/company law? Job description SW19Lawyers LLP is a boutique law firm based in London. We are a team of highly experienced lawyers specialising in employment and commercial/company…

Settlement Agreement Solicitors Settlement Agreements is a legal document that exists as a solution to a dispute between two parties. At SW19 Lawyers we have built a team of highly experienced solicitors who can create pleasing and fair solutions for our clients. We understand that all our clients bring the unique and personal case to…