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Why do you need Power of Attorney?
No one wants to contemplate the fact that one day they may lack mental capacity, through either age or illness. As with making a Will, Powers of Attorney are about...
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Is a 50/50 company a good idea?
When two people start a business, they often split the ownership of the company 50/50 because it seems the obvious and fair way. In an ideal world, both owners will...
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Returning to work after a brain injury
Although not everyone who has experienced a brain injury is able to return to work, many do and it can be a challenging process to get to grips with. Whether...
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Uber Eats and Deliveroo riders: what are their legal rights?
In recent years, and particularly over recent months as we were confined to our own homes, online food delivery services have become increasingly popular. The most popular, Uber Eats and...
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How long do I have to claim compensation for personal injury?
Any type of claim has a limitation period. This is a period of time in which the Claimant should ‘bring’ their claim to court. If you are considering making personal...
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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....