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The importance of keeping company records
For many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), company record-keeping can feel like a low-priority administrative task. However, maintaining accurate and up-to-date corporate records is not only central to strong governance...
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Canarapen v Gauchenot judgment: can you revoke a Deed of Variation based on a mistake?
Earlier this year, the High Court ruled in Canarapen v Gauchenot that a Deed of Variation was legally binding, despite the Defendant attempting to have it set aside. In the...
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Navigating child arrangements at Christmas: a legal guide for separated families
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! But for some, Christmas can cause tension and disagreements within families, particularly separated ones. If you and your partner are separated and...
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Re ACC and Others: a guide for Deputies
The Court of Protection’s main focus is protecting P (the protected party) and their best interests. With this at the forefront of its mind, the law is forever evolving. ACC...
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Case study: £40,000 for hotel worker attacked whilst on bar shift
Our personal injury solicitors helped a client claim compensation for injuries he sustained after being attacked in a hotel bar where he worked. Background: racist and physical assault at a...
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Introducing… our legal packages for business start-ups
Barcan and Kirby’s Corporate and Commercial team has launched a comprehensive package of legal services for start-up businesses: the New Business Start-Up Kit. Legal packages for start-ups Starting a new...
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Case study: over £17,500 for motorcyclist injured by driver who turned into bus lane
Our specialist motorcycle accident solicitors helped a motorcyclist claim compensation for injuries he sustained after colliding with a car. Background: car turns into a biker’s path Our client, Mr D,...
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How to remove or replace a Deputy
A Deputy is appointed by the Court of Protection to manage a person’s (the protected party or ‘P’) affairs when they are no longer able to do so themselves. If...
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Citizen 2025 | The future of ageing: how the over-65s are breaking every stereotype
In our 2015 Citizen 2025 report, we highlighted the impact a ‘live longer’ culture could have on UK society and beyond. We considered how this might affect our daily lives,...
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What happens if you die without a Will?
The importance of writing your Will should never be underestimated. But let’s be honest, it’s a difficult subject matter. That’s why so many of us put it off. Of course,...
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According to the National Wills Report 2025, nearly 70% of UK adults do not have a Will. Wills are optional; you don’t have to have one, but the consequences of...
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Employment Rights Bill: public consultation now open
The Government has opened public consultations on proposed changes in the Employment Rights Bill. Anyone is eligible to share their views on the proposals, which will affect several key areas...
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