Chief Constable of Lincolnshire v Stubbs [1999] ICR 547

Vicarious Liability: Pushing the boundaries

Adam Ohringer considers the effects of the Supreme Court ruling in Mohamud v WM Morrison Supermarkets plc ‘In Mohamud, it was argued in the Supreme Court that the test for vicarious liability needed to be recast to be both more expansive and simpler to apply.’The concept that an employer is vicariously liable for the wrongdoing …

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Christmas In The Workplace: Parties, presents and other pitfalls

Diane Nicol gives her tips on how employers and their advisers can enjoy the festive season by taking steps to reduce the risk of litigation ‘Many employers have given up holding Christmas parties altogether. Yet there are simple steps which organisations can take to ensure the safety of their staff and avoid all manner of …

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Social Networking: Virtual misconduct

The surge in the popularity of websites such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn has brought with it new risks for employers, warn Andrew Taggart and Sarah Hitchins ‘If an employer is considering taking action against an employee for bringing the company into disrepute as a result of online activities, it should consider the impact and …

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Case: Chief Constable of Lincolnshire v Stubbs [1999] ICR 547

Vicarious Liability: Pushing the boundaries

Christmas In The Workplace: Parties, presents and other pitfalls