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Case study: personal injury claim after Salisbury train crash
Our personal injury solicitors recently helped a man claim compensation for a physical and psychological injury after he was involved in a high-speed train crash in Salisbury. Physical and psychological...
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Health and safety at work: do you know your rights?
Whether you have a nine-to-five job in an office or you have a life-long career in extreme sports, every employee and employer has an obligation to ensure health and safety...
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Your guide to the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022
The Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 will come into effect on 30th June 2022. It received Royal Assent and became law on 8th February 2022. The Leasehold Reform Act...
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Your guide to the employment tribunal reforms
The HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) has announced plans to reform employment tribunals so that they are more efficient for all parties involved. Employment tribunals can be vital in...
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Case study: contention over the gift of a property in a Will settled
Our contentious probate solicitors were recently involved in an interesting case regarding the validity of a Will that was drafted by a former Partner (Ms T) of Barcan+Kirby. The case...
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How do you end a civil partnership?
If you want to end a civil partnership, you need to apply for a ‘dissolution order’ which dissolves the partnership. The process is similar to that of divorce in marriage,...
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Remote witnessing of Wills extended until 2024
The pandemic has undeniably had a lasting effect on the way we do things. Legal systems are not immune to this and legislation around Will writing and witnessing has even...
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Case study: £450,000 for delayed rectal cancer diagnosis
Our medical negligence solicitors acted on behalf of Mr B who received a delayed diagnosis of rectal cancer, which led to metastatic disease in his lungs and liver. Visits to...
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Case study: defending an Inheritance Act 1975 claim
Our inheritance disputes solicitors recently advised a family in defence of an Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 claim. Our specialist team was instructed by the child (J)...
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Employment law changes in 2022
The last two years have brought about plenty of changes in employment law. From furlough to hybrid working, there has been a lot for employers and employees alike to get...
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Maternity scandal report: ‘normal births’ and how care can change for the better
Today (30th March 2022), the final report into the maternity scandal at the Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) was published. It follows a five-year independent inquiry led by Donna...
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Should I leave my house to my children in my Will?
Your house is most likely your biggest asset and leaving your home to your children in your Will could help to secure their future. However, a substantial gift in a Will...
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