Can I claim compensation for an accident on a holiday abroad?
Going on holiday is an exciting time. Whether you are travelling solo, as a couple, or with family and friends, the thought of exploring new destinations and experiencing different cultures can be thrilling. Unfortunately, accidents do happen abroad, and people can get injured whilst on holiday. The question is if I am injured as a…
Do I need consent to take my child on holiday abroad this summer?
Every year our family law solicitors are approached by separated or divorced parents asking what the legal process is for taking their child on holiday and whether they need consent from the other parent. In this blog, our solicitors explain when and why is consent needed: Firstly, let’s start with when you might be able to take…
Withholding tips from staff becomes unlawful
At the start of May, the new Tipping Bill achieved Royal Assent. The Act aims to overhaul unethical tipping practices so that all tips are distributed fairly amongst workers and given without deductions. Currently, when customers provide cash tips directly to a worker, the tip generally belongs to the individual although depending on their employment terms, employers…
How to transfer ownership of your property
When buying or selling a property, the final stage of the conveyancing process is to register the property in the name of the new owner with the HM Land Registry and legally transfer the ownership. Learn when you may need to do this and how the process works: There are many reasons for transferring ownership of your…
What Powers do you have under Lasting Power of Attorney?
Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) are legal documents that permit you to appoint trusted people in your life to deal with your financial affairs and health needs. The attorney – the person you appoint – can help you make decisions or make decisions on your behalf when you are unable to do so yourself. An…
Dooring: Can I claim if I was hit by a car door?
Last year, the Highway code updates aimed to improve cycle safety and road conditions for all users but particularly people walking, riding horses, and cycling. One year later and only 18% of UK cyclists think last year’s Highway Code changes have made a positive difference to road safety while a further 70% said they hadn’t noticed a difference at all. From…
4 Tips for new build buyers
Buying a shiny brand-new property can be very exciting, but what a lot of clients don’t realise is that the process of buying a new-build home can be a bit different to buying an existing or older home. There are some considerations that you should keep in mind before purchasing, so here are some of…
Controlling behaviour to be put on par with physical violence
For the first time in UK legal history, controlling or coercive behaviour will be put on a par with physical violence. This will result in offenders sentenced to a year or more imprisonment or a suspended sentence that will automatically be managed by the police, prison, and probation services under public protection arrangements. Yesterday, it…
Myth or fact: is January the Divorce Month?
For years, January has been unofficially nicknamed as divorce month of the year due to the belief that many couples end their marriage early in the New Year. But the question arises: is this a myth or a fact? The truth is a bit complicated because the first two months of the New Year, as…
New laws coming into place in 2023 that you should know
New year, new laws! The new year will bring a series of new laws in the UK, from new legislation that will affect driving laws, taxes, and benefits to the new requirement to provide ID to vote. We have compiled the new laws we believe you should know: Tougher laws for landlords New restrictions that…