Building a Solid Foundation: The Significance of Case Law in Health and Safety
Case law (or judicial precedent) in the UK are essentially laws made by courts and judges rather than the government (which is statutory law). Judicial precedents actively shape workplace standards and compliance measures by responding to cases not explicitly covered by statutory law. In this blog, we’ll assess some landmark cases for health and safety that have affected the principles underpinning health and safety law, the duties bestowed upon employers and employee rights. Exploring Key Influential Case Law There are…