What attitude does your firm have towards compliance; is it one that prefers to have a fence at the top of the cliff, or an ambulance at the bottom?
The ambulance at the bottom of the cliff analogy comes from a poem called “The Ambulance down in the valley” written by Jospeh Malins in 1895, and is used to assess whether people prefer to take precautions (install a fence) or risk falling over the cliff because they don’t think taking precautions is necessary or appropriate, and therefore need an ambulance when they fall to the base of the cliff.
In this blog, I'll delve into why compliance is essential for law firms and invite you to ponder: Are you proactively building fences, or merely relying on ambulances?"
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The importance of GDPR compliance has never been more relevant, but it can be tricky to know where to start.
Assigning data privacy training throughout your organisation is crucial for maintaining GDPR compliance and ensuring that employees grasp the policies, procedures, and general best practices.
In this article we are going to talk about how to be GDPR compliant no matter the business size, discuss accountability and answer the question ‘what is a data protection impact assessment?'
In recognition of the increasingly flexible way in which people are now working – hybrid working, reduced hours, compressed hours, to name but a few, and the benefits flexible working can offer to employers and the economy at large, the government has introduced new legislation which aims to enable even more workers to benefit from flexible working arrangements which took effect from 06.04.2024.
With the changes now placing more of the burden of dealing with flexible working requests on the employer, who will need to engage more with employees and make quicker decisions, it is vital that law firm leaders become familiar with and take steps to adapt to the changes.
So, what exactly are the changes, what do they mean for law firms and what action do you need to take?
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Our recent thematic webinar looked at Artificial Intelligence (AI) for law firms and the opportunities it offers for those working in the legal sector, the risks to consider when looking to adopt AI, and mitigation action that can be taken to ensure it is used successfully.
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In today's global financial landscape, the threat of money laundering looms large, posing significant risks to businesses of all sizes. However, with the right knowledge and strategies in place, organisations can effectively safeguard themselves against these illicit activities.
This guide explores essential anti-money laundering (AML) compliance tactics tailored for both small to medium businesses (SMBs) and large organisations, equipping you with the tools needed to stay ahead of financial crime.
Environmental compliance is now a non-negotiable part of ethical business practices in today's corporate climate. Businesses of all kinds are forced to prioritise sustainability as consumer expectations rise and ESG regulations become more stringent.
The goal of this article is to give an overview of environmental compliance while also providing advice on how firms can successfully incorporate sustainability initiatives and environmental improvement plans into their daily operations.
Our latest webinar provided attendees with an insight into the operation of crypto-currencies and blockchain, and the risks and opportunities that come with these.
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With the new Data Protection and Digital Information Bill (DPDI) working its way through parliament, our Risk and Compliance Associate, Laura Wilkes thought now would be an opportune time to share a refresher on Information Security and measures that firms can take to manage their requirements.
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The LawCare Building a better life in the law conference 2023 was a treasure trove of insights into various people risk management issues which all leaders in modern workplaces need to be aware of.
This blog is intended to provide a brief summary of the issues covered along with practical tips which firms can implement to address psychosocial risks.
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