Are you eligible for a refund on your power of attorney fees?
13th Mar 2018The UK government is offering a refund of up to £54 to individuals who have previously applied to register a power of attorney.
Articles & Blogs
Understanding the card payment surcharge ban
14th Feb 2018Businesses are now banned from the common practice of adding surcharges to customers who wish to pay by card.
Party Wall Act Issues - What You Need To Know
28th Nov 2017We receive frequent enquiries at Gales Solicitors about Party Wall issues, notices and enforcement. This brief guide sets out some of the key issues…
Landlords - Obligations for new tenants
24th Oct 2017The new University term has begun and with it comes an influx of new tenants across Bournemouth. With a new tenant comes a long list of responsibilities and it is all too easy to miss these.
Have you been reported to your professional body or the DBS?
10th Oct 2017If you are facing sanctions from your professional body, it is important to take legal advice at an early stage. If a referral has been made to the DBS for inclusion on the DBS Register then it is important that you seek legal advice as early as possible.
The Employment Implications (or Lack Thereof) of Abuse of Migrant Workers
25th Sep 2017With the impending exit from the European Union, mistreatment on grounds of immigration status will become even more far reaching and provide an unfair technical defence to many unscrupulous employers.
An Uber Decision On Workers' Rights
11th Sep 2017This is a very important decision for any person who works in this type of job, whether or not any contract specifies that you are self-employed.
Things You Need To Know About Worker Status
24th Aug 2017The distinction between a contract for services (employment contract) and a contract of services (self-employed contract) has been the subject of much litigation over the years.
Holiday Pay Revisited: Employers Must Pay Commission
15th Aug 2017Are you paying commission as part of holiday pay? The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has confirmed that employers have to pay it, following the long-running case of Lock v British Gas Trading Ltd.
What Impact Will Brexit Have On Employment Law?
25th Jul 2017Brexit (along with Donald Trump) remains the most topical headline in the news. I have yet to watch a BBC breakfast show that doesn’t mention the word Brexit (or Donald Trump come to think of it). But most business owners and employees are concerned about the impact Brexit will have on employment rights.
Is Your Employer Treating you Unfairly?
19th Jul 2017A significant number of employees feel they are badly treated by their employer. This can be for various reasons - an overly aggressive manager, lack of support, problems with pay, discrimination and unfair dismissal. The trouble is that many employees are put off taking action to address the situation.