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  • family-law
  • prenuptial-and-cohabitation-agreement

Am I Wealthy Enough To Need a Prenuptial Agreement?

There is a common misconception that prenuptial agreements are only for the very wealthy, but this is not the case. They can be beneficial for individuals with more modest assets.…

September 20, 2024

Vanessa Friend

Shivani Mehta

Blog
  • asbestos
  • asbestos-related-disease
  • mesothelioma

Don’t Assume Coughs And Breathing Difficulties Are Due To A Cold!

Autumn has arrived and winter will soon be upon us. During these chillier seasons there is generally an increase in cough and cold type symptoms, particularly in the over 60s.…

September 19, 2024

Lorna Webster

Blog
  • no-win-no-fee
  • personal-injury

The Role of Expert Witnesses in Personal Injury Claims

During the course of a personal injury case it may be necessary to obtain reports from various types of experts to prove your claim. This can include and is not…

September 18, 2024

Karen Mann

Opinion
  • divorce
  • family-law
  • financial-provision

In-Depth Look At Full And Frank Disclosure In Family Proceedings

Financial disclosure is required before you can negotiate a financial settlement on divorce. If you go to Court, this is mandatory, but even on a voluntary basis, it is needed…

September 17, 2024

Rebecca Coates

Jessica Wells

Blog
  • no-win-no-fee
  • personal-injury

Who Will See My Medical Records In A Personal Injury Claim?

Medical records are important evidence in a personal injury claim as they can provide crucial information about a Claimant’s injuries and as well as potentially how and when an accident…

September 13, 2024

Sarah Townsend

Opinion
  • civil-liberties
  • human-rights

Failures of UK Independent Special Schools: Concerns Over Restraint of Vulnerable Children

A Growing concern for vulnerable children and the excessive use of physical restraint against children with complex needs. Recent BBC reports have shed light on the disturbing practice of excessive…

September 5, 2024

Isabelle Robson

Opinion
  • contentious-probate
  • dispute-resolution

Testamentary Capacity – Updated in Leonard v Leonard (2024)

A Will can be challenged and set aside if it can be shown that the deceased lacked ‘testamentary capacity’. Banks v Goodfellow (1870) The relevant legal test for establishing (testamentary)…

September 4, 2024

Chun Wong

Blog
  • family-law
  • mediation-and-arbitration

What Is Collaborative Law And Can It Be Used To Resolve My Dispute?

What is collaborative law? Collaborative law is a form of alternative dispute resolution. It is different from Mediation as within the collaborative law process, each party has their own solicitor…

September 2, 2024

Rebecca Coates

Blog
  • inheritance-tax

Mariah Carey’s Mother And Sister Die On The Same Day: Who Will Receive Their Inheritance First?

The Grammy award winning singer, Mariah Carey, has announced the tragic loss of both her mother and sister. Where there are insufficient details known at this time to determine what…

August 29, 2024

Mohan Dhadli

Opinion
  • asbestos

Understanding the Risks of Asbestos in UK Schools: What Parents and Staff Need to Know

With our children and young adults returning to school in September, our thoughts turn to the issue of Asbestos being commonly found in UK schools. It is well known that…

August 28, 2024

Trish Monks

Opinion
  • action-against-the-police
  • human-rights

Strip-Searches: “One Child Strip-Searched Every 14 Hours”

Last week saw the office of the Children’s Commissioner, Dame Rachel de Souza, publish data regarding strip-searches of children in England and Wales. The data covered the period 2018 to…

August 27, 2024

Olivia Coffey

Blog
  • personal-injury
  • road-traffic-accident

Understanding Contributory Negligence in Personal Injury Cases

During National Road Victim Month, we remember those who have lost their lives or suffered serious injuries on our roads. Since 1998, the road traffic accident charity RoadPeace has commemorated…

August 27, 2024
Opinion
  • crime
  • criminal-defence
  • protest-law

Rapid Response To The “Far Right” Riots And The Impact On An Already Under Pressure Judicial System

In the wake of the awful tragedy that befell the community of Southport following the brutal murders of three young girls on 29 July, the UK has seen some of…

August 16, 2024

Darrell Ennis-Gayle

Opinion
  • crime
  • sexual-abuse

Church of England “Apologises” For Letting Down Survivors Of Abuse Following Settlement With “Teflon Priest”, Canon Andrew Hindley

It has been reported this week that the Church of England has settled a claim brought by Canon Andrew Hindley, following his removal from office. It is understood that an…

August 14, 2024

Olivia Coffey

Opinion

Celebrating Freedom and Diversity: Embracing ‘Free to Be Me’ During South Asian Heritage Month 2024

South Asian Heritage Month (SAHM) runs from 18 July to 17 August every year. It began in 2020 and aims to elevate and celebrate British South Asian heritage and history…

August 13, 2024

Mandhir Seera

Blog
  • no-win-no-fee
  • personal-injury

A Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving the Best Results in Your Personal Injury Claim

A personal injury claim can often involve a long and arduous process. The purpose of this blog is to discuss some simple steps which a client can take to minimise…

August 12, 2024

Daniel Denton

Opinion
  • contentious-probate

Challenging Costs by Beneficiaries

A personal representative (PR) is the primary person with the rights and responsibilities in administration of an estate. As a beneficiary of an estate, there is a limit to what…

August 8, 2024

Chun Wong

Blog
  • personal-injury

Child Injury Claims: Understanding the Infant Approval Hearing Process

All claims involving a child require a litigation friend. A litigation friend is a non-legally qualified adult who will conduct the proceedings on the child’s behalf. It is usually a…

August 5, 2024

Arifah Tahir

Blog
  • assaults
  • general-crime

Domestic Violence – Common Types Of Allegations

Allegations which are made in the context of domestic relationships are treated with high priority in the criminal justice system. There is no specific offence of domestic abuse and it…

July 22, 2024

Michael Ackah

Blog
  • crime
  • criminal-defence
  • representation

I’M Facing A Criminal Charge, Can I Recover My Legal Costs?

How to fund their defence is often the first significant decision a client facing a criminal allegation has to make. Many defendants want to know what will happen if they…

July 15, 2024

Ruth Harris

Shivani Mehta

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