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Lunchtime Webinar 25 November: Handling Employee Misconduct – when employment and criminal law collide
Join our partners, Sarah Wallace (Head of Regulatory) and Will Clayton (Employment Partner) at our next free lunchtime webinar. Will and Sarah regularly co-counsel on cases in which the criminal, regulatory and employment spheres intersect. They will give expert insights, legal updates, and practical strategies on how to reduce risk and respond effectively when serious allegations arise: The webinar will cover: ➡️ Internal Investigations Involving Sexual Misconduct – M
Oct 31
House of Lords stands firm on ERB amends - Alan Lewis comments to People Management
The House of Lords has this week stood firm against the government’s proposal to introduce "day-one" unfair dismissal rights, and have once again reaffirmed their position that there should be a six-month qualifying period. Peers argued that businesses need greater clarity and stability before such sweeping changes take effect. Speaking to People Management, Constantine Law partner, Alan Lewis , pulled no punches, describing the proposed shift from a two-year qualifying perio
Oct 29
Success in the High Court for Constantine Law in five-day restrictive covenant trial.
In Tom James -vs – Max Potter, The Honourable Mr Justice Ritchie has decided that a 12 month non-compete clause is not enforceable against a UK visiting tailor Press Release 22 October 2025 Stefan Brochwicz-Lewinski, John Hayes, Max Potter, Julia Whyte, Zahra Mahmood A High Court case involving a young personal tailor and the world’s largest customised tailoring company, headquartered in Tennessee, US has concluded. In Tom James v Max Potter, Judge Justice Ritchie ruled tha
Oct 27
High Court - US Giant, Tom James attempts to restrain Max Potter from doing the job he has "fallen in love with" - Law360 reports
US based tailoring giant Tom James Company has launched legal action against an ex-employee Max Potter, alleging breaches of restrictive covenants and confidentiality. Tom James are seeking to enforce a non-compete clause until June 2026. The case is currently before the High Court at The Royal Courts of Justice, London. Constantine Law acts for Mr Potter. Mr Potter told Law360 on Friday 17 October that the case is about "if Tom James succeeds, it sets a dangerous preceden
Oct 21
Constantine Law in the High Court: Square Mile bespoke tailor Tom James takes legal action against ex-employee
US based tailoring giant Tom James Company has launched legal action against an ex-employee Max Potter, alleging breaches of restrictive covenants and confidentiality. Tom James are seeking to enforce a non-compete clause until June 2026. Mr Potter denies wrongdoing, calling the case “bullying” and saying it could force him into bankruptcy. Managing Partner, John Hayes who is acting for Mr Potter commented to City AM: “This case highlights the conflict between a big US corp
Oct 17
How will immigration law reforms impact the built environment sector? Rebecca Tester writes for BE News
Welders are included in the immigration salary list In her article for BE News, Constantine Law partner, Rebecca Tester , looks at the recent changes to immigration laws and how this is impacting the built environment sector. Rebecca discusses the areas of the sector most likely to be impacted by the changes, which roles might be given a temporary reprieve through the immigration salary list, and looks to what the industry can expect in the months ahead. Read Rebecca's full p
Oct 14
The Employment Rights Bill - 365 days on
The Employment Rights Bill (ERB) was published 365 days ago. It has been billed as the biggest shake-up to employment law rights in this...
Oct 10
Majority of workers still awaiting compensation under tribunal penalty scheme: Alan Lewis comments in People Management
A recent investigation has exposed major flaws in the UK’s system for enforcing employment tribunal awards. The government backed scheme...
Oct 6
In defence of HR - John Hayes writes for Personnel Today
The criticism of HR, levied by the Sunday Times as a bloated, obstructive force in UK business, overlooks a deeper truth: HR has grown...
Sep 25
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