Boundary hedges are one of the more common causes of disputes between neighbours. Hedges can be too big and block the sun out of a garden, or be overzealously trimmed in a way which extends over a boundary, but what…
People are likely to deal with residential property law at least once in their lives, such as when moving house or inheriting property. While processes can be similar, there are a different set of nuances and variables when dealing with…
The Battle of Names: AXA v AWT - High Court Upholds Company Names Tribunal Decision The High Court (a Senior Court of England and Wales) recently had to determine whether the Company Names Tribunal was right in its decision to…
The Workers (Predictable Terms and Conditions) Bill has received Royal Assent! On 18 September 2023, the Workers (Predictable Terms and Conditions) Bill received Royal Assent, becoming the Workers (Predictable Terms and Conditions) Act 2023 (Predictable Terms Act). The new legislation…
An Employment Tribunal has ruled that the use of gendered swearwords to insult a trans member of staff may be discriminatory By Michael Nadin - Partner, specialist Employment law solicitor Workers are protected against discrimination by the Equality Act 2010…
When someone passes away, they may leave a will that defines who acquires what assets from their estate, whether that be money, physical objects, or other assets. However, there are some exceptions where individuals can lay claim to assets in…
Tenant evictions can be a minefield for landlords to navigate and getting it wrong can incur large legal costs. Here’s a quick guide to the reasons you can evict a tenant, and how you can go about it. How do…
Solicitors' fees for buying and selling a house are often referred to as conveyancing fees. Conveyancing is the process of transferring the legal title of a property from one property owner to another, usually beginning when an offer is accepted…
What is probate? Probate is the legal right to deal with someone’s estate, including their property, money and possessions, after their death. This can often be a lengthy legal process, which can mean that properties sit empty for a long…
Attorney Advice When you are appointed as an Attorney within a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) for Property and Financial Affairs or Health and Welfare, you may have to start acting at short notice in an emergency situation. Even if…
