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Summer Statement 2020: what it means for you and your business
Covid-19 has had a huge impact on people’s health and well-being but it has also taken its toll on businesses. The words ‘unprecedented’, ‘new normal’ and ‘furlough’ are top contenders...
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No-fault divorces to wait until 2021
Separating couples seeking a no-fault divorce will be celebrating the imminent application of the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act, which was finally given royal assent on 25th June. As divorce...
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How do property auctions work?
You may think that property auctions are just for investors looking to buy property to do up and sell, but they’re becoming increasingly popular with the everyday buyer and seller....
Case Studies
Case study: £17,500 settlement for cycling accident claim
Our client, Mr A, was cycling behind his partner along a road. As they neared a junction, a driver coming out of the junction from the left did not stop...
Case Studies
Case study: £10,000 settlement for crush injury at work
Our client, Mr C, had a job which involved removing a covering ‘sticker’ from a heavy circular piece of metal before moving it by hoist into a machine. One day,...
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How to deal with a boundary dispute
With warmer weather and many home owners out in their gardens carrying out renovation or repair work, it’s no surprise that boundary disputes are on the up. Whether it’s DIY...
Case Studies
A socially distanced Will signing
Our clients, Mr and Mrs J, had arranged a home visit to discuss their Wills prior to the announcement of lockdown and social distancing guidelines as a result of Covid-19....
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Why should I get a solicitor to write my Will?
You’re in the queue at your local newsagent and you notice a ‘Will kit’ for £19.99. Tempting, isn’t it? While an off-the-shelf Will at such a good price is enticing,...
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Dine in to dine out: what are the legal implications?
With Covid-19 restrictions resulting in the closure of restaurants, bars, cafes and pubs, new legislation has allowed them to re-purpose themselves as takeaway services. But is it as easy as...
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Buying and selling post-lockdown
Before Covid-19 put a halt to buying and selling properties, many were coming out of winter spent wrapped up indoors, house hunting on Rightmove. While those who had decided over...
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What is the redundancy consultation process for employers?
Whether the decision to make redundancies is as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic or not, consulting employees on your redundancy plans is often one of the most uncomfortable and...
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Bereavement damages award to increase on 1st May
The Damages for Bereavement (Variation of Sum) (England and Wales) Order, which was put before Parliament on 19th March 2020, is due to come into force on 1st May. What’s...