The ‘cost of dying’ is now racing ahead of the rate of inflation
Recent research has revealed that the cost of dying is now the fastest rising fixed cost in the UK, ahead of costs of living including rent, utilities and food.
Need for Email Use Policy All Too Obvious
The recent case of two young lovers whose amorous emails to each other were mistakenly copied to the wider world emphasises all too clearly why firms need an “email, internet and social media use” policy for all members of staff.
Director not liable to employee
What happens when the company being sued by an employee for damages for injuries sustained at work goes into liquidation?
Pressure on litigation costs from “Proportionality”
New rules on the losing side paying the costs of the winning side in litigation can leave “winners” significantly out of pocket.
Serious Injury Rehab Guide
If you've suffered a serious injury, we'll help to improve your recovery as much as possible. Read our guide that details how.
Court reform gives stronger protection for victims and witnesses
Vulnerable victims and witnesses will no longer have to appear in court under new plans to roll out pre-trial evidence sessions.
How you could end up paying HMRC’s legal costs
A recent case has brought to light a situation in which taxpayers were required to pay HMRC’s legal costs for defending the case as well as the VAT which was under dispute.
Is working part of your retirement plan?
A recent study has found that more people aged over 65 are continuing to work after they officially retire.
The scammers won’t go away, so be careful out there!
It’s an unfortunate truth of the computer age that, as the software developed to protect your identity and sensitive information improves, so the methods of those trying to defraud you become ever more effective.
A guide to ethical funds
The importance of having a Will in place
Despite the fact that having a Will in place is commonly accepted as the most effective way to leave details about your inheritance, the number of people who don’t have one is remarkably high.
A "conditional fee agreement" is a contract
Who pays for the qualified nurses in a care home?
The Court of Appeal recently made a significant ruling on who should pay for the care that state funded residents should receive.
What Happens if I Don't Have a Will?
What’s the worst that could happen if you don’t have a Will? Our expert Wills solicitors have explain what can happen, in simple terms, in our guide.