Under the Coronavirus Act 2020 introduced on 25 March 2020, the Government restricted the right for Landlords to forfeit leases for non-payment of rent because of COVID-19, by a suspension that lasts until 30 June 2020, subject to extension. However,…
By Amy Cornelius The new RICS Code for leasing business premises was published on 12 February 2020 and takes effect from 01 September 2020. The significant difference between the new Code and the 2007 Lease Code is that the new…
By Amy Cornelius The Coronavirus Act 2020 became law on 25 March 2020 and includes measures protecting commercial Tenants who cannot pay their rent, because of coronavirus, from eviction. Section 82 of the Coronavirus Act 2020 prevents Landlords from forfeiting…
By Michael Nadin - Associate Solicitor specialising in Employment Law Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (“Furlough”) – Information and frequently asked questions This article is designed to answer frequently asked questions about the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme which was announced by…
By Kelly Willmott Covid-19 and Contact The current ‘Corona Crisis’ has left many separated families unsure about where they stand with regards to contact arrangements. With constant news updates and sometimes conflicting advice and guidance being given, it is…
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Employment Law Issues This article considers the implications of the current coronavirus pandemic for employers. Obviously, the situation we find ourselves in is unprecedented and constantly changing. In order to appreciate the most up-to-date position it is vital…
COVID-19 We would like to take this opportunity to reassure you that we have in place a business continuity framework to enable us to continue to provide full legal services in this current period of uncertainty, due to the corona…
DFA Law are pleased to once again be supporting local hospice Cynthia Spencer in their fundraising, by signing up to the hospice's 'Make a Will' campaign for the month of May 2020. In return for a donation to the hospice…
By Kelly Willmott What is Parental Alienation? We often hear the phrase ‘parental alienation’ in family law proceedings when one parent believes that a child has been negatively influenced by the other parent, thus damaging their relationship. Whilst not every…
By Kelly Willmott Many people simply do not get legal advice when their relationship breaks down. More often than not, this is due to a misconception that legal fees will be extortionate. However, the cost of quality legal advice is…