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Burnout in the C-Suite – Causes, Impact and Legal Remedies

May 12th, 2025 by Stuart Smith

In this article, Partner Merrill April, with assistance from Senior Associate Yulia Fedorenko, considers the legal rights and options available to senior executives when facing burnout. Burnout is a common occurrence among senior leaders and managers and is a complex problem because those suffering from it are often also those responsible for tackling it amongst their direct reports, […]

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Burnout in the Workplace: Risks and Remedies for Employers to Consider in 2025

April 30th, 2025 by Stuart Smith

In this article, Partner Merrill April and Senior Associate Yulia Fedorenko consider the risks associated with burnout for employers, the legal framework in the UK and potential solutions and strategies that employers can consider adopting. Burnout is a very serious experience with devastating consequences for both employers and employees. It is recognised as such […]

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What’s the latest in the world of Private Equity, and how is it affecting PE Partners and Executives, Founders and Funds? – IFSEA Evening Event – 11 February 2025

December 10th, 2024 by Stuart Smith

What’s the latest in the world of Private Equity, and how is it affecting PE Partners and Executives, Founders and Funds? – IFSEA In-Person Event – 11 February 2025 – 6.00 pm – 7.15 pm

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Creating A More Positive Environment for UK Listings – Employment Law Considerations for Directors and Founders: Ten-Minute Talk

October 28th, 2024 by Stuart Smith

In this video recording, Partner Merrill April and Managing Partner Clare Murray discuss: The current position on the listing rules and the motivation for the changes Super-voting powers for directors and founders Changes designed to promote a positive corporate culture and embed it in the company Positive changes relating to diversity in connection with board recruitment, evaluation […]

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Changes to UK Listing Rules: 10 Things Listed Company Directors Need to Know About Their Own Position and Workforce Obligations

August 30th, 2024 by Stuart Smith

In this news alert, Partner Merrill April outlines the key points for Listed Company Directors to be aware of in relation to forthcoming changes to UK Listing Rules. The UK corporate Governance Code 2018 is being replaced from 1 January 2025 by the 2024 UK Corporate Governance Code (“the Code”), which was published in January 2024. Guidance to […]

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AI Considerations for Employers: What a Labour Government may mean for AI in the Workplace

July 25th, 2024 by Stuart Smith

While AI may not have been an election battleground, a Labour Government will certainly mean a change from the Conservative’s ‘pro-innovation’ agenda, which gave rise to a laissez faire approach to mandatory legislation. Whilst we do not yet have full details, Associate Liz Pearson and Partner Merrill April consider what a Labour Government may mean […]

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AI Considerations for Employers

April 25th, 2024 by Stuart Smith

AI remains front of mind for employers and employees alike, particularly with the EU Parliament approving the Artificial Intelligence Act in March 2024 (EU AI Act) (with most parts likely to become effective in 2026). In this news alert, Associate Liz Pearson and Partner Merrill April outline how firms are currently using AI and some potential challenges of […]

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Reintroduction of Tribunal Fees?; Holiday and Leave Reforms and Discrimination on the Basis of Religious and Philosophical Beliefs – Employment Law Matters: Edition 7

March 22nd, 2024 by Mitchell Blythe

Welcome to the next edition of Employment Law Matters, our quarterly update on key issues in employment law. Every three months, we will send you a selection of the most important developments for employers in case law and legislation, including practical takeaways for employers as well as things to look forward to in the coming months. CM Murray LLP […]

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Protect Environmental Whistleblowing Toolkit; Neurodiversity in the Workplace; National Living/Minimum Wage; Workers Act 2023; Holiday Pay & TUPE – Employment Law Matters: Edition 6

December 6th, 2023 by Stuart Smith

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The Christmas Party: Advice for Employers and their Employees

December 1st, 2023 by Stuart Smith

Key takeaways: The traditional Christmas party is still popular Drinking responsibly is the best antidote to avoid HR issues Divisive topics of conversation are best avoided Social events are sociable – don’t use them to discuss your employment relationship Respect your colleagues’ boundaries – avoid hugs and kisses! Be interested in others, […]

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