Business Systems/Data Analyst Vacancy
As part of DMA Law’s continuous development process, we are looking for someone to be the champion of our case management system, SOS Connect. We are offering a competitive salary, depending upon experience. We are looking for someone to work full time-based at our Sunderland Branch but with the flexibility to travel between all our…
How to keep yourself out of debt
For some people simply making a few changes in their lifestyle, such as cutting back the morning take away coffee can help them tackle or stay away from debt. Here are our tips on how to keep yourself out of debt: Pay off any debts that you can It might be easy to leave bills…
Natasha’s law: the new food allergy law
Following the tragic death of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse, the 15-year-old who died after suffering an allergic reaction to a Pret a Manger baguette, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs will be bringing a new law to strengthen allergen labelling rules. The new legislation will require all pre-packed food to include a full list of…
Summer is here – but is it legal to drive in flip flops?
As temperatures start to climb flip flops become part of our everyday outfit but unfortunately, there is a lot of uncertainty on whether it is legal or not to wear flip flops while driving. In the UK driving barefoot or with flip-flops isn’t illegal, but there is a proviso: you can only drive if you…
Can I be sued for online defamation?
Defamation cases used to be focused on newspapers and broadcasting until social media rose to prominence. Social media is great for keeping in touch with friends and family but something you should always keep in mind is that whatever thoughts you share are there for the whole world to view. Even if your social media…
Clerical Support and Reception Cover
JOB PURPOSE To provide a full Clerical Support and Reception Cover to DMA Law Darlington Team. Job Type: Full-time ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS SPECIFIC DUTIES GENERAL DUTIES SALARY DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 18TH JUNE 2019 Please submit your CV and covering letter to Claire Plews, DMA Law, 56 Duke Street, Darlington, DL3…
UK Employment law changes
With April being the start of the new financial year there has been a number of important employment law changes in 2019 that employers and employees should know about. Here are five changes to look out for: Increase in National Minimum wage As part of the Budget announcements, the government also announced the increases in…
Your rights as Grandparents
We have seen a rising number of court cases with grandparents trying to win the right to see their grandchildren when they have been denied contact. MPs have called on the government to change the law and give grandparents the right to see their grandchildren after a divorce. An amendment to the Children Act has been suggested, with supporters…
DMA Law donates £1500 to Together 21
DMA Law supported World Down Syndrome Day on Thursday 21st of March and raised a staggering amount of £1500. The DMA Law Link held a bake sale and raffled off a tailor-made hamper across the firm, members of the staff and local shops and businesses. All members of staff were invited to wear their colourful, non-matching socks…
UK legislation to allow no-fault divorce
The UK government will introduce legislation to overhaul the divorce system after more than 40 years. Currently, for a couple to divorce in the UK, one spouse must give reasoning such as adultery or unreasonable behaviour for divorce proceedings to start. A no-fault divorce will allow a couple to separate without requiring evidence or showing of…