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Do I need a solicitor for family mediation?
Posted: 31st August 2023
So you have decided following the breakdown of your relationship to try to resolve the issues arising between you and your ex in mediation, and found a mediator who is willing and able to help you. So far so good. Mediation can be an excellent way to reach agreement on the important decisions that will […]
Do I need a solicitor for my divorce?
Posted: 18th August 2023
Getting divorced is often a stressful time. One of the most common questions asked is whether a solicitor is needed for a divorce or not. At a time of potentially substantial change, the added burden of the formal, legal aspects of filing for divorce can feel overwhelming. Consulting a solicitor when going through a divorce […]
Understanding the new Statutory Legacy: Intestacy
Posted: 14th August 2023
In the realm of estate planning and inheritance, intestacy laws play a crucial role in determining how a deceased person’s assets are distributed when they pass away without a valid Will. These laws are in place to provide a framework for inheritance when the deceased did not express their wishes through a Will. In this […]
What are the potential pitfalls of using AI in business?
Posted: 25th July 2023
In the past few years, it has become apparent that there is a rise in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). There are obvious advantages in using AI. These include reduction of human errors, constant availability, efficiency and unbiased decision making. However, professionals must also take into consideration clear disadvantages. Disadvantages Despite the advantages provided […]
JD Sports and Leicester City FC price fixed replica kit
Posted: 14th July 2023
In early July 2023, Leicester City FC was found guilty of anti-competitive behaviour following an investigation of the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). Between 2018 and 2020, the football club and JD Sports had an arrangement to fix replica kit prices. In particular, they agreed the following: JD Sports would stop selling Leicester City branded […]
Understanding the effect of making a Part 36 Offer
Posted: 12th July 2023
The courts encourage methods chosen to resolve a dispute before it reaches court which are collectively referred to as Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). One option to parties to settle a claim before going to court is a ‘Part 36 offer’. This is a form of offer used to settle all or part of a dispute between […]
Protecting Your Legacy: The Importance of Taking Legal Advice when Transferring Property to Family to Minimise Inheritance Tax
Posted: 7th July 2023
Introduction: Inheritance tax is an unavoidable reality for many individuals when passing on their assets to loved ones. However, there are legal avenues that allow individuals to minimise this tax burden. One common misconception is transferring property to family members before death. While this may seem like a straightforward solution, it is crucial to recognise […]
How do I choose a divorce lawyer?
Posted: 4th July 2023
Let’s face it, it’s really tricky to know where to start with this. In the wake of the breakdown of a marriage you will almost certainly be given that standard advice – go to see a solicitor. Most people don’t really have cause to instruct solicitors other than when buying or selling houses, or drawing […]
Guns N’ Roses are suing a Texas gun store
Posted: 13th June 2023
The famous American hard rock band, Guns N’ Roses, are taking legal action against a Texas based gun store for trademark infringement. ‘Texas Guns And Roses’ is a Texas based online store that sells firearms, ammunition related apparel along with flowers. The American rock band, Guns N’ Roses (GNR), has filed a trademark infringement claim […]
When will a Director be personally liable as an accessory to a company’s wrongdoing?
Posted: 1st June 2023
A recent decision by the Court of Appeal in Barclay-Watt v Alpha Panareti Public Ltd [2022] EWCA Civ 1169 brings further clarity on the principles that the Court will apply in determining whether a company director is personally liable for having assisted a wrongful act committed by the company. Facts Alpha Panareti Public Limited (APP) marketed […]
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