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Knife Crime Prevention Orders and Youths

On Tuesday the House of Commons will consider amendments to the proposed Offensive Weapons Bill. These amendments include the introduction of Knife Crime Prevention Orders (KCPOs) for those as young...

March 26, 2019
Opinion
  • court

Fundamental dishonesty and fraud in a personal injury cases

The term ‘fundamental dishonesty’ is referred to in both Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) 44.16(1) and Criminal Justice and Courts Act (CJCA) 2015, Section 57. CJCA 2015, Section 57 allows for...

March 22, 2019
Blog

What Does It Cost To Bring a Personal Injury Claim?

It can often be confusing for a client following an accident as to their rights to bring a claim for personal injury and in particular the costs associated with bringing...

March 22, 2019
Opinion
  • cosmetic-surgery

Should body modification be regulated in the same way as cosmetic surgery?

It was announced recently that Brendan McCarthy (Known to his clients as “Dr Evil”), a licenced tattoo artist had pleaded guilty to three charges of Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH) with...

March 21, 2019
Blog
  • eviction

If my private landlord asks me to leave, what are my rights?

All tenants have a right to due process. As such, the law requires that certain criteria be met in order for a landlord to legally evict a tenant from their...

March 20, 2019
Blog

Coercive Control – Why we all should care about Sally Challen’s case

On 20 February 2019 the Centre for Women's Justice hosted an event on the topic of Coercive Control. More specifically the event discussed the case of Sally Challen who was...

March 20, 2019
Blog

What are the options for dealing with your finances in a divorce?

Any good family law solicitor will always advise you to deal with finances at the same time as the divorce, as otherwise either you or your spouse could make financial...

March 20, 2019
Opinion

Right to Rent declared unlawful

The Immigration Act 2014 introduced in February 2016 in England, made a requirement that a landlord must check the immigration status of their tenants to ensure that they had a…

March 20, 2019
Blog

What Orders can the Court make in relation to children?

As family lawyers we’re often asked ‘how can I apply to have my child live with me? And ‘what can I do if my ex prevents me from spending time...

March 18, 2019
Opinion

The role of intermediaries in youth crime

Intermediaries are generally qualified Speech and Language Therapists or Psychologists (often Child Psychologists) who are able to assist a suspect or Defendant with communication during a trial and sometimes during...

March 18, 2019
Opinion
  • wills-disputes

Time Limits in Inheritance Act Claims

A claim made under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 is for reasonable financial provision from an estate where you have not been provided for or properly...

March 11, 2019
Opinion

Sentencing Youths: the Theory and the Practice

The main aims of the youth justice system is to prevent offending by children and young people, to encourage them to take responsibility for their own actions and to promote...

March 7, 2019
Blog

Is Family Mediation Compulsory?

When two people enter into the mediation process it is a voluntary choice and an individual can say no. I discuss the family mediation process here: What is the family...

March 5, 2019
Opinion
  • internet-offences

Why you should be concerned by Amazon potentially hiding Alexa in your internet router- The admissibility in court for the evidence retrieved

Amazon’s smart assistant, Alexa, is witness for the prosecution. Alexa is a smart technology that advances our quality of life: she [it] is a labour-saving device now routinely purchased, installed…

March 5, 2019
Opinion

Top tips for buying a jointly owned property with someone

The sad reality of home ownership is that most of us will not be able to afford to get on the property ladder without help; more and more people are...

March 1, 2019
Blog
  • compensation
  • court

What is an infant approval hearing?

An infant approval hearing is sometimes referred to as a Damages Approval Hearing, and takes place after the court has settled a child’s injury claim. Unlike in an adult’s personal...

February 28, 2019
Blog
  • privacy-claims

Law on flying drones over private property

The use of drones, also known as unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) or quadcopters, have increased over the last few years. The increased use of camera drones raises issues not only...

February 27, 2019
Blog
  • contract-disputes
  • court

Do you own your loft if you live in a flat?

This question came up recently for a client of mine, and I imagine that most leaseholders are oblivious to this, but it becomes highly relevant when you want to sell...

February 25, 2019
Blog
  • nuisance-and-negligence

What amounts to harassment by a landlord?

Harassment by a landlord may take various forms – it may involve a landlord interfering with a tenant/occupiers use of the property or engaging in intimidating or violent behaviour. Harassment...

February 22, 2019
Blog
  • accident-at work
  • road-traffic-accident

How Much Compensation Can I Claim For A Soft Tissue Injury?

Soft tissue injuries is a generic term used to describe injuries which affect ligaments, muscles, tendons, and nerves. The most common soft tissue injuries consist of strains, sprains, contusions, bursitis,...

February 21, 2019
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