3PB Direct

How is this different from internal disciplinary procedures?

Most professionals work for organisations who operate complaints procedures. These often entail dealing with serious... Read more

What do I need to do now?

The laws and regulations that govern the professions are intimidating and complex. Often individuals who are subject to... Read more

Why are there so many public employees facing disciplinary hearings?

Nurses, carers and teachers are frequently in the spotlight - often underpaid, performing the most important work, whose... Read more

How do the different regulators treat the cases in front of them?

3PB’s barristers are expert with different regulators whose approach and practice differs significantly. Your... Read more

Why is the HSE (Health and Safety Executive) targeting construction firms at the moment?

The main concern will be the protection of workers’ lungs from asbestos, silica and wood dust, to prevent respiratory... Read more

When a fatal incident occurs at your business, should you be worried and if convicted, how are sentences to be determined?

The new Guideline for judges sets out a range of 1 to 18 years imprisonment. Gross negligence manslaughter is the most... Read more

What is corporate manslaughter?

The Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007, which came into force on 6 April 2008, means that companies... Read more

What happens if we have a health and safety breach?

This will have a detrimental effect on your business. Our lawyers have a wealth of experience in health and safety law... Read more

What should I be doing to prevent health and safety problems at work?

It is vital that any organisation has the correct health and safety policies in place to protect from a health and... Read more

What is the law on carrying out risk assessments?

There are two levels of risk assessment: Risk assessment arising from considering ALL of your activities and associated... Read more

Must I have a Health and Safety policy?

You must have a written Health and Safety Policy if you employ five persons or more. This is in total, so includes those... Read more

How to instruct a barrister

Our experienced team of specially-trained clerks make instructing a 3PB Direct barrister simple. Watch our video for a step-by-step guide on how to work with us to achieve a resolution to your legal issue.

We’ll be here every step of the way to support and guide you through the legal challenges at hand.

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