Three HR Updates You Can’t Afford to Ignore This MonthWe are keen to help you stay compliant with ever-changing employment laws and HR best practices. Here are three key legal updates every employer should know this month — plus how we can help you respond confidently and effectively. Minimum Wage Increase – Effective April 1st The National Minimum and Living Wage rates increased on…
How to Fund a Legal Case in the UKPursuing legal action can be a significant step—emotionally, logistically, and financially. Whether you’re challenging an unfair dismissal, raising a negligence claim against an employer, or seeking damages for personal injury, the costs of legal advice and representation can feel overwhelming. At DSM Legal, we believe cost shouldn’t be a barrier to justice, and that’s why…
Can having a Will protect your home from care home fees?For care home fees, the government takes a look at your assets, for example, your property, savings and valuable items. This determines how much you should contribute before the government provides financial assistance. Using a will is a great way to mitigate against this and there are steps you can take to successfully to do…
National Minimum and Living Wage Increases: What You Need to Know for April 2025From 1 April 2025, millions of workers across the UK will see their pay increase as the new National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates come into effect. These changes will impact both employers and employees, making it essential to understand what the new rates are, who is entitled to them, and what they…
Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: What the New Legal Duty Means for UK EmployersOn 26 October 2024, a major legal change came into force that affecting all UK employers—the Worker Protection Act 2023. This new law introduces a proactive duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Unlike previous legislation, which focused on responding to incidents, this new duty requires employers to…
Navigating Redundancy: A Business Guide to a Fair and Legal ProcessRedundancy is one of the most difficult decisions a business can face. Whether due to financial pressures, restructuring, or changes in market demand, reducing staff is never just about numbers—it’s about people. A poorly managed redundancy process can damage employee morale, tarnish an organisation’s reputation, and even lead to costly legal disputes. However, when handled…
DSM Legal Solicitors was instructed by Birchwood Community High School at the Inquest into the death of Brianna Ghey. Counsel Ms Elizabeth-Dudley Jones of Deans Court Chambers was briefed by DSM Legal to represent the School at the Inquest. After a three day hearing in which the Senior Coroner of Cheshire reviewed all the evidence,…
A complaint of sexual harassment against one employee by another employee can be alarming for an employer as well as time-consuming to deal with, especially if you do not have an in-house HR department. With or without HR assistance sexual harassment allegations must be taken seriously. Unfortunately, sexual harassment is a significant problem in the…
As a professional woman navigating the complexities of the corporate world, you understand the importance of standing up for your rights and protecting your interests. However, if you find yourself subjected to harassment or inappropriate conduct in the workplace, seeking legal advice is paramount to safeguarding your well-being. DSM Legal, based in Warrington, Cheshire, is…
In an ever-changing world, it’s crucial to plan ahead, especially when it comes to managing your affairs in the event of incapacity. Physical or mental incapacity can happen to anybody at any time, whether because of an illness, such as a stroke, an accident or a condition, such as dementia. In the event that you…
