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Experts are warning against self-directed videos following the announcement by the Government that legislation is to be introduced in September to allow wills to be signed remotely using a live...
Buying a new home is exciting, but you may be anxious about how long the process could take from start to finish. Understanding how long you can expect to wait...
Landlords are breathing a sigh of relief over the news that a court has allowed an eviction notice despite a copy of the gas safety certificate not being provided before...
Landlords of residential property could face high fines if they do not meet the latest energy efficiency standards. On 1st April 2020, the latest stage of the Minimum Energy Efficiency...
By a family law expert The coronavirus crisis is redefining lifestyles and the boundaries of our interactions; a situation that can challenge even the strongest bonds. For couples who are...
NHS workers fighting Covid-19 on the front line, together with the elderly and vulnerable, lie behind a huge spike in demand for will writing over recent weeks, according to the...
Parents who help their children get on the property ladder are being urged to adopt a more professional approach when it comes to handing over the cash. Faced with high...
Financial abuse of vulnerable people by those acting on their behalf is on the rise, with investigations into the actions of appointed attorneys soaring to a record high. With the...
A person is known to die ‘intestate’ when they die without leaving a Will (or a valid Will). In such circumstances, the Intestacy Rules come into effect. These rules determine...
Divorce rates have fallen to their lowest level since the 1970s but breakdowns continue to spike after the festive season, and professionals are encouraging couples with rocky relationships to focus...
Christmas brings a round of festive celebrations with drinks, dinners and bottles of wine shared between customers and suppliers, but whether giving or receiving, businesses need to keep up with...
Forget the ink, the courts have ruled that an automatic email signature can count when it comes to the dotted line Companies are being urged to review their electronic procedures...
Whether you regard it as an unwelcome American import, or the chance to be downright naughty for an evening and dress up as a little devil, Trick or Treat is...
On 1st June this year, a new act came into force that has a profound effect on the rental market. It’s relevant not just for landlords and tenants, but for agencies...
It’s nearly time for the kids to go back to school, and for parents, this can be a very expensive time of the year. Not only are there all the...
Exam results have been released and new students know where they will be heading for university. Following the relief of results day, the next big headache for parents is often...
Employers are being advised to review their support for women experiencing problems in the workplace because of the menopause or risk compensation claims, following an employment tribunal ruling. Mandy Davies...
Proposed changes could have far-reaching implications for future estate tax planning Sweeping reform of inheritance tax has been recommended to cut complexity of the so-called ‘death tax’, but experts are...
A cyclist passing through a green light will have to pay damages of up to £100,000 to a pedestrian who walked out in front of him while reading their phone....
Business continuity planning may range across various disaster scenarios – from cyber-attack to fire or flood – but can overlook the obvious, which is how the business will cope if...
Just when we all thought it was going to be a ‘BBQ summer’, the heavens opened. However, we still have a few months of summer left to go, and as...
For the shareholding directors of many privately-owned companies, the end-game is focused on selling up before moving on to new ventures or sometimes retirement. But many owners under-estimate the time...
School and village fetes seem to be an essential part of English summers. There’s nothing nicer than wandering around, dodging the inevitable rain showers, checking out the amusingly shaped vegetables,...
Family breakups are, without doubt, one of the most stressful and upsetting processes anyone can go through. This is particularly true if there are children involved, and/or the separation is...
Debt collection is a term that strikes terror into business owners and individuals alike. The image of burly men banging on the door and taking away all your worldly goods...
Those thinking about Spring and the changes it may bring are likely to be focused on the countdown towards the Brexit deadline of 29th March, but there are also homeowners,...
What protection do you have if you buy from an online auction site? If there’s one place you’re pretty much guaranteed to spot a bargain, it’s an online auction site....
The #TimesUp campaign has captured headlines with its push for greater diversity and equality in Hollywood and the entertainment sector, but these shifting attitudes are mirrored in legislative changes in...
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