Banner Jones Solicitors in Sheffield, Chesterfield, Dronfield & Mansfield

Without Prejudice

Do you know what the legal phrase “without prejudice” means?, Rob Stubbs, Head of Dispute Resolution at Banner Jones said, “This is a term that is used by lawyers and is often misused by litigants when they communicate with the people with whom they are in dispute prior to involving their solicitor”.

Worrying statistics unveiled in latest ONS report on child sexual abuse

Banner Jones launches legal clinic in support of Derbyshire charity SAIL

New bar to bolster ‘trendy’ Abbeydale Road nightlife

Sheffield’s trendy Abbeydale Road pub scene is to be further bolstered by a new, independent bar which will specialise in a range of high-quality craft beers.

The Good Work Plan

Whilst the end of the calendar year can often prove busy from an operational perspective within many organisations spanning many sectors, for business owners and decision makers the period leading up to the financial year end is usually the most demanding.

Essential considerations when completing probate online

We know losing a loved one can be a very difficult and emotional time and that being an executor of a will is a big responsibility. This guide is essential reading if you are considering online probate.

Making sure your business is protected in the event of a flood

Running a business can be tough at the best of times, but things can feel particularly fraught when the unexpected hits. Things out of your control can have a detrimental effect to your success and although you may not want to think of the worst-case scenario – including extreme flooding, as has been the case in recent weeks across North Derbyshire and South Yorkshire – planning for every eventuality could help keep disruption to a minimum and allow you to resume operations sooner rather than later. Here, our Business Services Solicitor, Laura Barlow talks about what measures you should put in place to ensure that your business is protected if it is affected by flooding in the future.

What is a Lasting Power of Attorney?

You may have heard about an LPA but may not be sure what it does. Our latest blog answers some of your most frequently asked questions.

Protecting your business during the redundancy process

No business owner likes to think about the things that can go wrong when running a company, but it is just as important to plan for such eventualities, as it is to plan for when things are going well. Arguably more so. Redundancy is one such challenge that many organisations have to face at one point or another, but getting it wrong could cause more issues than had been anticipated, including potential employment tribunal proceedings.

Deputyship fee refunds scheme

You might be eligible for a refund if you were overcharged deputyship fees by the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) for England and Wales. Refunds are being offered to those who were charged more than was necessary for certain deputyship fees charged for any period between 1 April 2008 and 31 March 2015.

The Key Facts Every Landlord Should Know in Preparation for Brexit – Deal or no Deal.

It has been more than three years since the EU reference took place, during which time it’s fair to say the phrase ‘Brexit’ has dominated the headlines.

Handling Holiday Season as an Employer

The weather is finally getting warmer and it looks like summer has almost arrived. There is a buzz around the office as people are getting ready to jet off on their holidays.

Dementia in the workplace – what are your responsibilities

In a previous article, we looked at the impact of the country’s ageing population on the UK workforce, and the subsequent impact that it was having on employers and businesses large and small.

Banner Jones raises £500 through Sparkle Walk for Ashgate Hospicecare

The Chesterfield team of Banner Jones has raised £500 for Ashgate Hospicecare through their participation in the annual Sparkle Walk.

Health & Wellbeing in The Workplace

As an employer, you will know just how important the wellbeing of your staff can be, but it’s not always easy to implement. At a recent ‘Listen & Learn’ event in Chesterfield, Banner Jones Solicitors’ Employment Law team discussed the importance of having a wellbeing focus in the workplace and, in this article, Head of Employment Law, Katie Ash focusses on the methods of best practice when it comes to ensuring that strategies are all encompassing and effectively implemented.

Online Probate – is it always a viable option to take?

Earlier in the year it was announced that a new online service to apply for probate would be introduced. This meant that those applying for probate could do so from the comfort of their own home, potentially negating the need for involvement from a solicitor.