Acid Attacks – What is legal/illegal to carry in the UK?
In 2017 there was an alarming rise in acid attacks that shocked us all. Britain has now got one of the world’s highest rates of attacks and 2017 saw the most incidents ever being recorded. After many campaigns called on the Government to take action to end these attacks, many UK retailers banned the sale of corrosive…
4 things you need to keep in mind before buying a home
Buying a home, especially for the first time, can be a stressful and confusing process. Organisation is key and when it comes to buying a house, organising from an early stage can help make the process quicker and easier. Here are a few points to keep in mind before buying your dream house: How much…
DMA Law is hiring! Link advisor to work in busy legal walk-in centre
Link advisor wanted to work in busy legal walk-in centre Part-time, flexible hours to suit Hourly rate: negotiable depending on qualifications and experience We are looking for an outgoing and worldly wise person to join us at our legal walk-in centre, The Link. Would ideally suit a law/LPC graduate, with experience in a people facing…
How can I have a smooth divorce?
The decision to divorce is a life change that will affect you and the people around you especially when the divorce is filled with despair and pain. So, what about making the decision to have a smooth divorce? Here are some points to consider if you want a smooth divorce process: Decide what post-divorce relationship…
Will High Court appeal secure improved rights for unmarried couples?
In England and Wales, unmarried couples’ rights are very different from the law that applies to a married couple. An unmarried couple that lives together have different rights in respect of wills or pension sharing, for example. An unmarried couple has none of the inheritance tax advantages of a married couple. A couple that lives…
Making a will: Make it your New Year resolution
We know how easy it is to keep on putting off making a will, but are the consequences of not having a will worth the risk? As Antoine de Saint said “A goal without a plan is just a wish’’ and not having a will can mean not being able to choose who inherits your assets, not…
Housing disrepair claims: what is my landlord responsible for?
It has been said that one in four households will be rented by 2021 and many of those who rent their home are in the dark about their legal rights. Did you know that if you rent your home from a private or social housing landlord that they are responsible for most of the repairs? A landlord…
Budget 2017 news: slightly less income tax; stamp duty scrapped for first-time buyers
There was good news for some in the 2017 Autumn Budget delivered this week by Chancellor Philip Hammond. There has been a slight increase in the national living wage, which will rise from £7.50 to £7.83 in April 2018. The tax-free personal allowance (ie how much you can earn before you have to pay tax)…
Road Safety Week 2017 urges people to ‘Speed Down Save Lives’
Road Safety Week 2017 launches today (20th November) and this year is focusing on the impact that excessive driving speed can have on people’s lives. The campaign organiser – road safety campaigners Brake – is hoping to illustrate the different ways in which reducing speed can make our roads safer and our communities more pleasant. Brake claims that the rise in popularity of…
Opportunist de-icer thefts on rise – don’t leave your car unattended!
The recent cold snap has left motorists across the North East needing to de-ice their car in the morning. It is absolutely crucial to de-ice your car thoroughly and carefully: it is dangerous to drive with limited visibility, either because of ice on the outside or condensation on the inside. However, it is also important…