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Beware the myth of the common law spouse
Contrary to popular belief, there’s no such thing as common law marriage. In fact, the legal status of common law spouse – or the belief that couples who live together...
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The tabloid media will have you believe the Christmas period is the catalyst for a high percentage of relationship breakdowns and that January is actually boom time for family lawyers....
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The importance of choosing your executors carefully
One of the most important decisions you’ll need to make when writing your Will is who to choose as your executors. Your executor has an important and responsible role. It’s...
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Surgery suspended due to risk of harm to children
Children’s surgery has been suspended at a private hospital in Surrey after the care regulator for England reported serious concerns about standards of care there. The Care Quality Commission (CQC)...
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Divorcee danger: the perils of online and DIY divorce
A quickie divorce for £99? It’s an appealing headline and one that might make you think twice about instructing a solicitor. After all, how tricky can it be to manage...
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How will legal aid changes affect your family?
On 1st April 2013, the scope of services covered by legal aid was reduced significantly and legal aid funding has been withdrawn for the most frequently-seen family disputes. However, legal...
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The NHS has “a legal duty to be honest about mistakes”
The Government has today announced a raft of measures intended to ensure that the NHS moves to eliminate lapses in patient care and safety. The most significant of these proposals...
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Secondary victims of personal injury and medical negligence
A senior judge has recently given judgment at an appeal hearing in a personal injury case concerning the issue of secondary victims. ‘Secondary victim’ refers to someone who witnesses a...
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Why mediate? The benefits of family mediation
The use of mediation to resolve family disputes is already on the rise. However, many anticipate that recent changes to the legal aid system will only increase its appeal as...
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Controversial restrictions for RTA victims with low-value claims
As a result of Friday’s judgement in the Administrative Court, many people injured in road traffic accidents may no longer be able to obtain independent legal representation to claim compensation...
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Changes to legal aid for victims of domestic violence
The Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders (LASPO) Bill became law in May 2012 and reforms were introduced in April 2013. The act makes some changes that have implications...
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New decision on civil partnership breakdown
The 2005 introduction of civil partnerships was a social and legal landmark. By allowing same-sex couples to legally recognise their partnership, the Civil Partnerships Act 2004 provided similar legal rights...
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