Many local businesses within the South West are engaged in the business of farming and as such are regulated by a number of public authorities including Public Protection, Animal Health, Trading Standards and their various guises. Most businesses are lucky enough never to be subject to investigation or inspection, or even prosecution, but Katherine Flashman Kitson, …
Children’s birthday parties have become big business over the last few years and the type of events available offer ever more adrenaline-fueled activities. Gone are the days of a quick game of pass the parcel: these days sumo suits, laser shoots, go-karting and even crazy golf are all regularly featured on the birthday invitation. However, …
In today’s world driving a car is vital to mobility, flexibility and freedom, but we can all make mistakes – driving too fast, driving below a reasonable standard, etc. Speeding is a controversial subject. In truth, it is the one crime most people commit, probably every day. No responsible lawyer can ever say speeding is …
Taken up cycling? Bravo. But before you saddle up, have a read of our handy guide to what to do should you find yourself injured while out on the roads. Katherine Flashman Kitson, personal injury lawyer with Parnalls Solicitors, explains why you might be at risk and how you should pursue a compensation claim in …
Hearing loss at work hit the headlines recently when a former viola player sought to sue the Royal Opera House for damage to his hearing, allegedly caused when he was positioned too close to the brass section in the orchestra while rehearsing for Wagners Die Walküre in 2012. While most people are not forced to …
A recent BBC news article reports that costs to bereaved families for the settlement of the estates of deceased relatives could increase as a result of Government plans to move forward on the introduction of a sliding scale of fees linked to an estate’s value. At present, most people pay a flat fee of £155 …
So, you pluck up the courage to go to your dentist to get those fillings done or to have the root canal treatment you have been dreading for months. You come out of the dental surgery expecting healthier teeth, but what you end up with is more pain and discomfort. If this sounds familiar, then …
Parnalls Solicitors marked a special occasion recently for employee Ben Mitchell as he officially qualified as a solicitor. At a presentation event, Directors of the leading Launceston law firm praised Ben for his hard work and commitment which has been supported by the company over a number of years. Having attended Launceston College, Ben went …
Employment law is one area that could change post-Brexit and this could therefore affect you whether you are an employer or an employee. Immediately post-Brexit there is unlikely to be any significant change to basic employment law, because much of EU employment law has been brought into effect by UK legislation that will remain in …
Employers should have a disciplinary process in place, but just following this may not be enough to avoid falling foul of the law and exposing yourself to the risk of an employment tribunal claim.
