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Looking after the Farm when you can’t – the importance of putting Lasting Powers of Attorney in place

Farming businesses are unique. They often combine family life, land ownership, livestock management, machinery investment, and complex financial arrangements within…
4 months ago
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Menopause and Family Law: Why it matters in divorce and financial settlements

Menopause is a natural biological transition that affects every woman, yet its implications in family law have only recently been…
4 months ago
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Mortgage arrears eviction – can you delay Eviction? Practical Help for Homeowners in Mortgage Arrears

When a warrant for eviction is imminent, the law can give owner‑occupiers an opportunity to obtain time and an orderly…
4 months ago
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Nestlé – Not So Sweet

A recent Tribunal decision in Mr Luke Billings v Nestlé UK Ltd offers a striking reminder that even where an…
4 months ago
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Let There Be Light: When does loss of light become an actionable claim?

Established over centuries, the legal concept of right to light exerts a considerable influence over property law and the construction…
4 months ago
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When Estates Stall: Understanding Delays in Probate and the Value of Independent Administration

Estate Administration can be a long and complex process. Even Estates that initially appear straightforward can lose momentum due to…
4 months ago
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Preparing for Adulthood: Deputyship for Young People Who Lack Capacity

When a child who lacks mental capacity approaches their 18th birthday, families face an important legal shift. At 18, the…
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Protecting Your Commercial Edge: Understanding Restrictive Covenants in Commercial Contracts

What would you do if a former contractor walked away with your biggest customer? In a market defined by rapid…
4 months ago
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Payment Pitfalls: Lessons from Vision Construct v Gypcraft

Why payment deadlines matter in construction contracts In the world of construction contracts, timing is everything….
4 months ago
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From Paw Prints to Paperwork: How to make sure your pet is looked after when you’re gone

For many of us, a pet is part of the family. When you are making a Will, it is sensible…
4 months ago
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Everlasting Joy for Leaseholders: The Ground Rent Cap

The UK Government have finally released details on the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill. At the heart of the Bill…
4 months ago
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Just a Lidl bit of water can amount to gross misconduct

In Oxborough v Lidl Great Britain a Tribunal found that consuming unauthorised items or products at work regardless of the…
4 months ago