A Fairer Rental Market? Key Changes in the New Renters’ Rights Bill
What is the Renters’ Rights Bill? The Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB) has been introduced by the Labour government and seeks to replace the Renters’ Reform…
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Employment Tribunal Reform Employment Tribunal ReformThe Employment Tribunal (“the Tribunal”) deals solely with disputes between employers and employees and has undergone several changes in recent years. Most notably, in 2013,…
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First time buyers – What should you consider when buying your own home? First time buyers – What should you consider when buying your own home?According to a article by BBC News published in January 2017, last year was estimated to have seen the highest number of first time buyers…
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Why does your business need terms and conditions? Why does your business need terms and conditions?Whether part of a company or partnership or acting as a sole trader, some people may think that obtaining a properly drafted set of terms…
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‘Help to Buy Equity Loan’ a success story ‘Help to Buy Equity Loan’ a success storyThe Help to Buy scheme was initially introduced in April 2013 and was comprised of 2 parts: an equity loan and a mortgage guarantee scheme….
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Nicola Strefford joins our expanding Employment Law team Nicola Strefford joins our expanding Employment Law teamWe are delighted to announce Nicola Strefford, Chartered Legal Executive, has joined our expanding Employment Law team bringing with her 13 years of legal experience….
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Is a McKenzie friend really your “friend”? Is a McKenzie friend really your “friend”?In the recent months the news has been rife with articles reporting on the controversy surrounding the growing phenomenon that is McKenzie friends. But what…
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Britain’s first divorce hotel is now open for business! Britain’s first divorce hotel is now open for business!Thinking of planning a romantic treat for your partner? You may wish to think again with the opening of this new hotel! Romance is probably…
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Aftermath of Supreme Court decision on Melita Jackson dec’d – What did it all mean? Aftermath of Supreme Court decision on Melita Jackson dec’d – What did it all mean?On 15 March 2017 the Supreme Court gave its Judgment on the appeal by three national charities against an earlier Court of Appeal decision. Mrs…
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Family disputes after death | Testamentary Capacity Family disputes after death | Testamentary CapacityTestamentary Capacity – What does this actually mean and why is it important? In order to make a valid Will, you must be of sound…
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Family disputes after death | Undue Influence – The basics of contesting a will Family disputes after death | Undue Influence – The basics of contesting a willWhen someone passes away, it can be a difficult time for you and your family. In some circumstances, this can bring families closer together, however,…
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Supreme Court allows Charities appeal in the of Melita Jackson’s Estate Supreme Court allows Charities appeal in the of Melita Jackson’s EstateFollowing over ten years of litigation the Supreme Court decision in the case of Melita Jackson’s estate and the claims made by her daughter Heather…
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Zero hours contracts – it’s not all doom and gloom Zero hours contracts – it’s not all doom and gloomZero Hours contracts have recently appeared in the news again, but not necessarily in a negative light. The amount of Zero Hour Contracts have reached…