The AI Act, expected to be introduced in the EU later this year is intended to set out rules for providers and users of AI systems in the EU marketplace. The UK is currently taking a slightly difference approach by favouring the regulatory guidance approach as opposed to legislation. But what does this mean for UK businesses who place AI systems on the market in the EU?
The legal world has kept us on our toes this January! Knowledge is power so we've prepared a short article to give you the down low on all legal updates.
It’s beyond disappointing that in 2024 we are having to warn female investors that from 31 January 2024, the new definition of high net worth individuals will come into effect and likely have devastating consequences for the female investor network.
There were some important pieces of employment legislation passed in 2023 and coming into effect this year making changes to flexible working rights, carers' leave, protection from redundancy, and worker protection from third-party harassment.
As we approach the six-year anniversary of the implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), it is natural to question whether businesses are still prioritising their data protection compliance.
The year 2023 saw several key employment cases that have significant implications for both employers and employees. Understanding these cases is crucial to ensure compliance with employment laws and promote fairness in the workplace.
An inclusive recruitment process ensures equal opportunities for all applicants and helps attract a wider talent pool, thereby creating a more inclusive and equitable work environment.
Understanding your employment status is more than just a bureaucratic necessity; it defines your legal rights and obligations in the workplace. There are three primary categories: Employee, Worker, and Self-employed.
Navigating the complex legal landscape surrounding the dismissal of an employee during pregnancy or maternity leave can be challenging for employers. Failing to follow the correct procedures can expose businesses to the risk of unfair dismissal and discrimination claims.
There has been some interesting news in the world of copyright law this week. It is now the case, as of 1 January 2024, that it is possible for individuals and companies to rework and use the earliest version of Mickey and Minnie Mouse.
Having robust commercial contracts is paramount for businesses engaging with customers, vendors, employees, and contractors.
Do you want 2024 to be the year that you start your business? Let's make it happen! Here are some key things to consider as you embark on this entrepreneurial adventure.
We tackle common commercial contract law FAQs, from what makes a contract legally binding, to key terms you should be aware of before signing the dotted line.
In this article, we tackle the world of IoT, from common use cases on the market to the due diligence needed to create safe IoT products.
AI is here to stay - but regulators are catching up. We explore the opportunities of artificial intelligence, and how you can avoid the big legal risks.
When workplace disputes are not resolved through negotiation or internal processes, employees may turn to employment tribunals to seek a resolution. In this article we explore the tribunal types, the process for bringing a claim and how tribunals can be avoided.
Legal tech sits at the intersection between the legal sector and digitisation. In this article we explore the process for introducing legal tech to your in-house function.
We explore the UK's extension to the existing EU-US Data Privacy Framework (Data Bridge) to allow for the sharing of personal data from the UK to US organisations which have signed up to the Data Bridge.