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What is a remote Family Court hearing and how do they work?
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, many Family Court hearings had to move out of their historical buildings to an online world. Now that all Covid-19 restrictions have been lifted, hearings...
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The importance of checking post-termination restrictions in franchise agreements
In the recent case of Dwyer (UK Franchising) Ltd v Fredbar Ltd, the Court of Appeal held that post-termination restrictions in a 10-year franchise agreement were unenforceable after their contract...
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Case study: £110,000 for fatal delayed diagnosis of pneumonia
Our specialist medical negligence solicitors acted on behalf of a woman whose sister (Ms N) died as a result of a delayed diagnosis and negligent medical care, leading to cardio-respiratory...
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Do I need a solicitor to remortgage my home?
With the cost of living on the rise, many homeowners are deciding to remortgage their homes to ensure they have the best deal possible. Remortgaging can make real financial sense,...
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July marks Group B Strep Awareness Month in the UK, led by charity Group B Strep Support, whose mission is to eradicate Group B Strep (or ‘GBS’) in babies. So,...
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Case study: £1.5m in compensation for child with brachial plexus injury
Some of the most serious brachial plexus injuries happen when the arm is forcefully pulled or stretched. There are many causes of this type of injury, but one of the...
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What is financial disclosure in divorce?
When a couple goes through the divorce process, they will normally need to consider how they will divide their finances. Agreeing on a financial settlement that both parties consider fair...
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What to consider when taking on a commercial lease
Taking on a commercial lease as a tenant is a big decision, but knowing the ins and outs can help you avoid any problems in the future. In this blog,...
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What should a hybrid working policy include?
There is no doubt that more of us have opted for a hybrid working pattern since the coronavirus pandemic. Working from home may have been forced upon us when we...
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Case study: £30,000 settlement for constructive dismissal claim against employer
Our employment law solicitors recently helped an employee claim compensation from their employer because of constructive unfair dismissal. Our client, Mrs U, approached Barcan and Kirby after she was signed...
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Case study: cyclist secures £10,000 compensation after collision on mini-roundabout
According to the Highway Code, cyclists are one of the most vulnerable road users. In fact, the Highway Code was recently revised to give bike users greater priority on our...
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Case study: YoBike user injured as the result of a mechanical fault
Whether it’s for commuting or simply to get from one side of a city to another without using fuel, travelling by bike has become increasingly popular in recent years, especially...
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