15 May 2020
The inquest process during COVID-19 restrictions
Inquest proceedings, like other legal proceedings in the UK, have been significantly affected by social distancing restrictions and advice arising from the COVID-19 crisis. This blog looks briefly at the impact of the Coronavirus Act 2020 on proceedings, and examines the Chief Coroner’s guidance notes to coroners working during the crisis.
14 May 2020
Guidance for employers on conducting disciplinary and grievance procedures during the Coronavirus pandemic
The overwhelming message from ACAS’ guidance is that the current situation is not a reason to circumvent dealing with investigation, grievance and disciplinary processes properly. Thought should be given as to whether to do so at this time and, if so, how to do that in a fair and reasonable way.
14 May 2020
The call for emergency legislation to protect doctors from GMC investigations for rationing decisions made during the Coronavirus crisis
Although everyone hopes the now much enhanced critical care capacity in the UK will meet the demand from patients, there is a growing concern that the time will come during the COVID-19 pandemic when the NHS will be overwhelmed and the need for lifesaving interventions will exceed available resources.
12 May 2020
Criminal courts: coping with COVID-19
The impact of the 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic left no part of the UK untouched. The criminal justice system was no exception.
12 May 2020
The impact of the coronavirus crisis on business valuations in divorce settlements
The impact of COVID-19 is being felt in many different ways. For those going through a separation or divorce, the pandemic has added a layer of uncertainty and stress to an already difficult process. This is particularly so for those who own a business (or whose spouse does), where the value of their business may have been affected and they are concerned with the impact on a financial settlement. In this blog, we look at the complexities of valuing businesses in divorce proceedings at this unprecedented time and provide some practical considerations.
