Why instruct a solicitor for your family matter instead of relying on online information?
We have all turned to Google, social media, or AI tools like Google AI or ChatGPT for quick answers to things we need to know — whether it’s about health, diets, DIY projects, or car repairs. While the digital world can be helpful, legal information found online is often generic, inaccurate and cannot replace the […]
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Abolition of the two-year rule for leaseholders
This change has come into force as a result of the Leasehold and Reform Act 2024 (LRA2024), which abolished this requirement. The LRA 2024, with many of its provisions yet to come into force, has been heralded as the Act that will give more power to tenants. The effects in reality Abolishment of the two-year […]
Common defences to terminal dilapidations claims
What is a terminal dilapidations claim? When a lease ends, landlords often make terminal dilapidations claims against tenants, seeking compensation for breaches of lease obligations related to the state of repair, and decoration of the property, and the reinstatement of any alterations made by the tenant. How can tenants defend themselves? Tenants can challenge such […]
The Assisted Dying Bill: Steps you can take under current UK law to shape your future end-of-life care
Whether the Assisted Dying Bill that was recently passed by the House of Commons becomes law or not, there are steps individuals can take to exercise control over their future care. A consultation with a specialist solicitor is a good start if you want to use any of the options outlined below.
Your essential guide to the new Fixed Recoverable Costs regime
What is the FRC? The basic position in claims in England and Wales is that the “loser” pays the costs of the “winner”. That is only a basic position and can be influenced by a number of factors but it’s the starting point for most costs decisions made by a Court. The FRC is a […]