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The Litigation Process
This article sets out a general overview of the litigation process in England and Wales under the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), including steps to be t …
Asset protection Trusts
Can I protect my assets during my lifetime? We are all keen to protect our assets for our loved ones, during our lifetime AND after our death. We want …
What is the residence nil rate band?
And how will it affect me and my loved ones? Inheritance tax (IHT) is charged on your death at the rate of 40% based on the value of your assets. Ever …
What’s happening to the UK High Streets?
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″] [et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Store closures, services …
Is it time to review your Will?
6 life events that should trigger a review of your Will. No matter how old you are, an up-to date, professionally prepared Will is extremely important …
Passing off
Deliberate Confusion in respect of Goods or Services provided? Passing Off is commonly defined as “nobody has the right to represent his goods [or ser …
Buying and selling your home, a step by step guide
The conveyancing process can be daunting, particularly if you are a first time buyer or if it has been a while since you last moved home. We have crea …
The section 1 statement – changes due in April 2020
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Under section 1 of the Empl …
Articles of association, a short guide
Using a company to run a business is often the most advantageous structure to use when compared to the sole trader and partnership models. It ca …
Increase in probate fees to begin in April 2019
The Government announced in 2018 plans to introduce a new six-band probate fee structure which is set to replace the existing flat fee of £215 (or £15 …
Court of Appeal uphold Employment Tribunal decision that Uber drivers are workers.
In our article on “Risks associated with employing workers within the Gig economy” written in August 2018 reference was made to the case of Uber BV an …
Equine Industry Issues
The Equine industry is an area of numerous different relationships, for example between an employer/employee/working pupil/groom or a yard owner/horse …