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The End of an Era of European legal Supremacy in the UK.

November 10, 2023

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This article explores a fascinating moment in UK legal history. The Sun sets on EU Law on 31st December 2023. From the 1st January 2024 any remaining EU law becomes UK law and the UK has full control of its legal framework and can determine its legal disputes and shape its own legal f

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Understanding the Crucial Role of Resident led Management Companies

October 13, 2023

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Flat Ownership with Shared Ownership in the Building In the realm of property ownership, flats, maisonettes, and apartments are commonly sold as leasehold titles. It is however important to note that the building itself, referred to as the freehold, has a separate title and ownership

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Separate Parking Spaces sold with a Property

September 29, 2023

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For several reasons, when a property has the benefit of a separate parking space, not located on the grounds of the home, it will be registered under a different title number. For example, it may be that a previous owner of the home acquired the parking space from another land owner a

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What does it mean when you appoint a Guardian for your minor children in your Will?

September 15, 2023

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Where there are minor children of the family at the date of making a Will the question of Guardianship for them should be considered and provision made for who will legally be able to look after those children. If there is no surviving parent with parental responsibility upon the deat

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Higgs v Farmor’s School – Appeal allowed against dismissal relating to the employee’s religious beliefs

September 04, 2023

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Mrs Kristie Higgs was employed at Farmor’s School as a Pastoral Administrator until she was dismissed in 2019 for gross misconduct.

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Moving home is a big life event

August 25, 2023

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Moving home is a big life event. It can be exciting and a little daunting. If you are thinking of selling, Kim Hall, Chartered Legal Executive shares some practical advice for those looking to instruct an Estate Agent to market their property. 1. Do your research and read reviews for

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How to choose my Executors?

August 18, 2023

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There are many things to think about when sitting down to decide your Will instructions, including who you would like to leave items to such as jewellery or family heirlooms, if you would like to leave any gifts to grandchildren or friends, whether to leave money outright for your cho

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Buying and selling of flats post Building Safety Act 2022

July 21, 2023

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In response to the Grenfell disaster, the UK Government introduced a number of Regulations and the introduction of the Building Safety Act (“the Act”), with the aim to improve the system of building safety and ensure that residents are safe in their homes. Flats are typically part of

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Injured at Work – We answer some of the more common questions about a personal injury claim

June 23, 2023

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1. The firm I work for is struggling financially. I do not think it could afford to pay me compensation. Is there any point in claiming? It is a legal requirement for employers to have employer liability (EL) insurance cover for at least £5m. You should find the insurers details on

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The End of No Fault Evictions – Understanding the Renters’ Reform Bill for Rental Properties in England

May 26, 2023

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The rental housing landscape in England & Wales is set for a major transformation following the first reading of the Renters’ Reform Bill before Parliament. A key pledge in the Government’s 2019 Manifesto, the bill was introduced with the goal of providing safer, fairer and higher

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E-Scooters Article

April 28, 2023

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In recent years, it has been hard to ignore the meteoric rise in the popularity of e-scooters in many cities across the world. In the UK, the Government are currently trialling e-scooters in 26 areas across the UK and they have become a staple in most major cities such as Bristol, Lon

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Administration of Estates – how long?

July 09, 2021

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The average wait for a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration of a simple estate took approximately 2-3 months in pre-Covid times (providing all persons and companies contacted respond promptly to all queries). The administration of more complex estates, where the value exceed

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The End of an Era of European legal Supremacy in the UK.

Understanding the Crucial Role of Resident led Management Companies

Separate Parking Spaces sold with a Property

What does it mean when you appoint a Guardian for your minor children in your Will?

Higgs v Farmor’s School – Appeal allowed against dismissal relating to the employee’s religious beliefs

Moving home is a big life event

How to choose my Executors?

Buying and selling of flats post Building Safety Act 2022

Injured at Work – We answer some of the more common questions about a personal injury claim

The End of No Fault Evictions – Understanding the Renters’ Reform Bill for Rental Properties in England

E-Scooters Article

Administration of Estates – how long?

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