Chris Fick & Associates

Your Last Will: The dire consequences of neglecting formalities

“It is not intended for the Court to make a will for the deceased based on what his intentions may have been” (Quoted in the judgment below) As a general rule our law holds us to our agreements and statements, whether we express them verbally, electronically or in written form. But there are exceptions – […]

EMPLOYEES: ARE YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS PRIVATE?

“Privacy, like other rights, is not absolute” (extract from judgment below) Our courts have made it clear that posting derogatory or damaging comments about your employer or colleagues on social media can amount to misconduct and result in disciplinary action, perhaps even dismissal. A recent High Court decision, although it concerned a members’ dispute rather […]