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Facing redundancy can be a highly stressful and uncertain period in anyone’s life. Whether expected or unexpected, the process often brings numerous legal, financial and emotional challenges. At Stephensons, we understand the importance of ensuring that your rights are protected and that any redundancy settlement you receive is fair, legally sound and reflective of your contribution to your employer.

To celebrate Pride, towns and cities across the UK host pride parades, ordinarily running from March to September. Under the Equality Act 2010 those who identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ community hold protected characteristics including those protected under section 7 (Gender reassignment) and section 12 (Sexual orientation). The Equality Act 2010 protects individuals with protected characteristics from being subjected to discrimination by employers, organisations and service providers.

A Stephensons colleague who underwent a life-saving heart transplant less than two years ago has helped England become Transplant Football World Cup champions. Martyn Jackson, a paralegal in the regulatory team at Stephensons, scored for England as they secured a 5-1 victory over Spain in the final of the Transplant Football World Cup in Frankfurt. The tournament brings together transplant recipients from around the world, celebrating the life-changing impact of organ donation.

Mediation in construction offers a practical, commercially focused route to resolve disputes quickly and cost‑effectively. For employers, developers, main contractors, subcontractors and consultants, mediation can restore momentum to a stalled project, preserve relationships and avoid the expense and disruption of prolonged proceedings. At Stephensons, we advise clients through every stage of the mediation process in construction disputes across the UK.

In the realm of employment law, a performance improvement plan (PIP) is a formal tool that employers may use to address concerns about an employee’s performance. While it is a legitimate mechanism for employers to support and manage underperformance, it is essential that such plans are implemented lawfully and fairly. At Stephensons, our employment law specialists are highly experienced in advising employees on their legal rights when subjected to a performance improvement plan.

What is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder? Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition where a person experiences obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours. OCD commonly consists of frequent obsessive or intrusive thoughts (which are often unpleasant and can cause distress and anxiety) which can trigger compulsions (a repetitive behaviour or mental act which might temporarily relieve the distress caused by the obsessive thought).

We were delighted to welcome 28 A-Level Law students from Winstanley College to our Wigan office for an exclusive Inside a Law Firm experience, designed to provide a real world insight into the legal profession and the variety of career opportunities available within a modern law firm. The event aimed to help students understand how a law firm operates on a day to day basis, explore different areas of legal practice and gain a better understanding of the routes available into a legal career.

In today's demanding work environment, many employees across the UK are finding themselves juggling overwhelming workloads, extended hours, and increasing pressure to meet unrealistic deadlines. At Stephensons, our employment law solicitors regularly advise individuals who are feeling the effects of workplace overwork. Understanding your overworked employee rights is essential if you believe your employer is subjecting you to unfair or unlawful working conditions.

Construction litigation sits at the heart of enforcing rights and managing risk on building and engineering projects. When a dispute escalates beyond negotiation or adjudication, the court provides a structured, authoritative forum to resolve issues decisively.

When an employer undertakes an office relocation, the impact on individual employees can be considerable. This is especially true when the move involves a significant change in commute or working arrangements. Understanding your rights as an employee during an office relocation is essential to protect your employment position and safeguard your personal circumstances.