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Under Section 20 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 , landlords must consult with leaseholders...
The Right to Manage (RTM) is a method by which leasehold property owners can take over the...
An HGV driver's unfair dismissal claim has been rejected after the Employment Tribunal (ET) found...
Those responsible for administering an estate are generally entitled to recover the costs properly...
In a recent intellectual property case with wider implications in terms of directors' liability ,...
The Upper Tribunal (UT) has upheld a decision of the First-tier Tribunal (FTT) that 'Mega...
Those who fall victim to anonymous fraudsters may think there is nothing that can be done once...
Following recent changes to the law and a consultation last year, the Advisory, Conciliation and...
The Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 gives qualifying leaseholders the...
Tenants who are faced with unexpected demands in respect of repair costs would be well advised to...
There are times when it is incumbent on an Employment Tribunal (ET) to consider a point of its own...
Disputes about rights of way often arise between owners of neighbouring residential properties,...
Following concerns last year about delays in processing probate applications, recent figures from...
When attempting to resolve a dispute, careful drafting of any agreement is essential to protect...
It is incumbent on taxpayers to make sure they fully comply with their obligations to file returns...
A person who performs a voluntary role may nonetheless meet the definition of a 'worker' under...
If a person lacks the capacity to make a will for themselves, it is possible to make a statutory...
Companies engaged in projects that qualify as research and development (R&D) can claim...
The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 , which amends the Employment Rights Act 1996 , was...
Tenants of poorly maintained properties are not powerless and have the ability to apply for rent...
Comparative advertising, where a product is advertised in a way that references a competitor's...
Arguments about what someone promised before their death can lead to significant legal costs....
The Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 gives leaseholders the right to buy...
There are often very specific rules that must be complied with in order to claim tax reliefs, but...
An employer will be able to defeat an equal pay claim under the Equality Act 2010 if it can show...
After a company has been purchased, any allegations that the seller is in breach of warranties...
Disagreements between neighbours over where the boundary between their properties lies can...
Having your will drawn up professionally by a qualified solicitor is always a sensible precaution,...
The Court of Appeal has ruled on a dispute between supermarket giants Lidl and Tesco, upholding...
When an asset falls in value to the point that it is almost worthless, it may be possible to make...
The Supreme Court has handed down its decision in a long-running case concerning whether...
Landlords would be well advised to ensure all records regarding their properties are kept up to...
The courts are often called upon to sanction treatment for patients whose ability to make...
Supplies between companies in the same VAT group are disregarded for VAT purposes by virtue of...
The National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Regulations 2024 came into force on 1 April and provided...
When building owners carry out works on their property, are they liable for damage to adjoining...
When partners resign or retire from a partnership, the partnership agreement will normally govern...
The best way to ensure your assets will be distributed as you wish is to have your will...
New guidance aimed at helping employers to understand their legal obligations relating to...
When buying a property consisting of more than one residence, it may be possible to claim multiple...
Umbrella companies across the UK will be taking note of an Upper Tribunal (UT) ruling which...
The Law Commission has proposed draft legislation regarding a third category of personal property...
Influencers on social media, and anyone involved in advertising and promoting products, would be...
A new report commissioned by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a list of...
A case recently decided by the First-tier Tribunal (FTT) serves as a reminder to tenants to check...
Trade mark disputes often revolve around the perceived level of confusion that products might...
A High Court challenge brought by Marks & Spencer (M&S) has resulted in victory for the...
The UK government has launched consultations on the reintroduction of fees for claimants who want...
Unfortunately, will disputes can sometimes be drawn out long after the passing of the person who...
Following changes announced in the UK's Spring Budget Statement, the VAT registration threshold...
New legislation aimed at stamping out unfair practices and promoting competition in digital...
The likelihood of 'actual confusion' occurring between two trade marks was put under the spotlight...
Reducing asbestos exposure in the workplace is a major thrust of a new awareness campaign launched...
The concept of unlawful eviction may bring to mind a picture of a malign landlord changing the...
Misdescribing goods consigned to the UK with a view to evading import duties is a very serious...
A legal amendment that was made during the COVID-19 pandemic allowing the witnessing of wills to...
Where commercial agreements have been operating for many years, one party or another may well feel...
In a world first, the UK's Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has published a Code of Practice on...
Every householder should understand the dire risks involved in opening their doors to those...
As the employment landscape continues to shift in the post-pandemic era, employees and employers...
The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has launched a consultation on the storage and retention of original...
New post-Brexit border controls introduced by the government have now come into effect for...
Even in long-term or married relationships, couples very often operate separate bank accounts and...
Financial institutions are entitled to expect their staff to display a high level of probity. An...
One of the positive effects of the green revolution is that biodiversity is now a vital factor in...
Many grieving families have sadly been torn apart by a loved one's failure to make a...
In a ruling of particular importance to the motor sales industry, the reasonableness of exclusion...
Loving parents often allow their adult children to remain living in the family home for as long as...
A fair redundancy process requires consultation of affected employees at a formative stage when...
Fire is an ever-present threat to occupiers of commercial property and, all too often, they only...
Where one person unlawfully kills another, the killer usually forfeits their right to inherit any...
With a view to generating new client introductions, many public-facing businesses operate...
If you have been mis-sold a financial product, any delay in seeking legal advice may jeopardise...
Stress, depression and anxiety account for a large proportion of work-related illnesses...
Having your will drafted by a professional involves only modest expense and has the great...
Any proposal to make business use of a purpose-built residential property is likely to draw...
In the realm of social housing, there are few more controversial issues than a child's entitlement...
Employment bonuses are commonly awarded on the basis that they must be repaid if recipients leave...
The end of a relationship will often have important tax implications which might only be apparent...
Making a will when your death is imminent is almost never a good idea and is often a positive...
Commercial property owners are often concerned that residential developments may prejudice their...
When marketing a company, it may be perfectly legitimate to paint its business and prospects in...
To state that location is the only important factor when it comes to valuing a home is a...
Couples who run businesses together are often tempted to dispense with paperwork and rely solely...
When an employee utters words of resignation in the heat of the moment, employers are often left...
In deciding where in a supply chain VAT liabilities come home to roost, tax tribunals look to the...
If you have not been reasonably provided for in a loved one's will, the law may come to your aid....
Those who undergo the challenging process of gender transition are entitled to their employers'...
Most investors would agree that the price at which shares are listed on an accredited investment...
How does one decide whether a commercial tenant 'ought not' to be granted a new tenancy under Part...
The corporate veil affords no protection to directors who have behaved fraudulently. However, as...
Law firms focused on ensuring their clients' peace of mind generally provide secure storage...
Anti-discrimination laws are often viewed as requiring employers to treat all their staff in the...
Some industrial processes simply cannot be carried on without producing noise and dust. As a High...
Where a transaction appears to be very one-sided or manifestly more advantageous to one side or...
Having worked hard to establish the reputation of your product, there is nothing more annoying...
Those whose tax affairs are allowed to fall into disarray must live in permanent fear that HM...
Those who willingly submit contract disputes to adjudication must, save in very exceptional cases,...
Deficiencies in a workplace disciplinary procedure will very often render a dismissal unfair...
The tale of a devoted son labouring for years on a family farm only to be cut out of his father's...
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Please pass on my thanks to Amanda for all the work she has done for me. More than satisfied, a lovely service, impressive treatment, most grateful.
Dr M HamiltonWe were delighted with all aspects of the service of our house purchase. Thank you so much for your help Gemma.
Mrs R J BradleyPlease pass on a special thank you to Simon Fothergill at Maldon for all the conveyancing activity he has worked on in the process of settling my fathers estate. At times this has been rather challenging yet he has remained rock solid and reliable at all times. I couldn't have asked for any more.
Mr M AllenVery, very pleased with how Gemma and Zoe helped on a difficult purchase.
Mr M P ScalesThank you Amanda for all your efforts and committed support during what has clearly been a very tough time for us both, it is truly appreciated.
Mr M AllenIt was an absolutely first class service.
Mr R and Mrs G YatesJust wanted to take a minute to say how grateful we both are for having you as our solicitor. You have been great from start to finish and made our journey so easy and stress free. We will be recommending you to all future family and friends.
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