Expert Comments

Opinion

brain-injury
cerebral-palsy
medical-negligence

Understanding and Navigating Cerebral Palsy: From Diagnosis to Legal Support

Cerebral Palsy is a permanent neurological condition which affects normal movement, muscle tone, balance and co-ordination. In the UK, it is estimated that 1 in 400 children are born with...

March 12, 2025

Geoffrey Simpson-Scott

Blog

no-win-no-fee
personal-injury

What Happens At A Medico-Legal Examination

If you are pursuing a personal injury claim and either the defendant has admitted liability or your solicitor is confident that your claim will succeed, then it is likely that…

March 11, 2025

Araba Quartey

Blog

court
family-law

Increase To Court Fees – Higher Costs For Divorce And Family Law Applications

In April 2025 there will be a round of fee increases in relation to the HMCTS court fees. The extra funding will help improve service delivery and subsiding the cost…

March 5, 2025

Sarah Norman-Scott

Opinion

dispute-resolution

Service Of Prescribed Documents On Tenants – D’aubigny V Khan & Anor (2025)

As a landlord, there are certain documents (known as prescribed documents) that you have to give to your tenant at certain times to comply with statutory requirements Section 21 (b)…

March 5, 2025

Opinion

divorce
family-law
financial-provision
separation

What Are Pension Sharing Orders And When Are They Ordered By The Court?

A Pension Sharing Order is a legal order made by the Family courts that redistributes a pension between two parties. These orders are made within the financial remedy proceedings that…

March 3, 2025

Lauren Viegas

Hannah Yellop

Opinion

divorce
family-law

Pets in Divorce: Are Courts Finally Considering Their Welfare?

Pets are integral part of family life and as such, disputes about their future living arrangements in the wake of a divorce are often hotly contested. Previously the position in…

February 27, 2025

Rebecca Coates

Opinion

housing-and-property

Renters Rights Bill – What It Means For Tenants

The Renters’ Rights Bill 2024 proposes to enhance tenant rights, promoting a more structured and transparent legal environment for their interaction with landlords in the case of a dispute. Given…

February 21, 2025

Imran Sarfraz

Opinion

inheritance-dispute
inheritance-tax
wills-and-probate

Polyamorous Relationships and Their Impact on Inheritance and Probate

In recent years, polyamorous relationships have become more visible and more publicly understood. Polyamory refers to having a romantic relationship with more than one person. There is no one right…

February 21, 2025

Hannah Yellop

Mohan Dhadli

Opinion

civil-partnership
family-law
prenuptial-and-cohabitation-agreement

How To Formalise Your Relationship Without Getting Married

Many people do not feel comfortable with the idea of marriage, but they still want to formalise their relationship. Vanessa Friend, Head of the Family Team at Hodge Jones &…

February 21, 2025

Vanessa Friend

Blog

burns-and scarring-injuries
cosmetic-surgery
personal-injury

Can I Make A Claim For A Beauty Treatment?

Having a beauty treatment is something that most people look forward to having. It can be a time for relaxation and pampering. But what happens if the beauty treatment goes…

February 19, 2025

Karen Mann

Blog

personal-injury
road-traffic-accident

Alcohol And Drug Consumption And Personal Injury Claims

Alcohol and/or drug use can be a double-edged sword in personal injury cases. On one hand, it could be a clear factor in establishing contributory negligence. On the other hand,…

February 17, 2025

Usheena Patel

Opinion

asbestos
mesothelioma

Mesothelioma And Mental Health: Navigating Your Diagnosis

Anyone who has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, or knows someone who has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, understands that the disease is a life altering event. Among the challenges following a…

February 13, 2025

Opinion

dispute-resolution

A Successful Challenge To A Will On The Basis Of Undue Influence – Langley V Qin (2024)

There are various methods of challenging the validity of a Will, one of which is to show that undue influence had been exerted on the deceased. The leading case of…

February 13, 2025

Chun Wong

Opinion

family-law

Valentine’s Day: Five Legal Points To Consider Before Popping The Question!

Valentine’s Day is often associated with love, romance, and grand gestures, but for many, it is also a time of reflection on relationships—both their strengths and their struggles. For couples…

February 13, 2025

Sarah Norman-Scott

Opinion

divorce
family-law
separation

First Steps To Take After Separation: What Do I Do Now And Who Do I Need To Speak To?

Divorce can seem incredibly overwhelming, daunting and, at times, lonely. It is widely considered the second most stressful life event. If you have not been through the process before it…

February 11, 2025

Sarah Norman-Scott

Opinion

civil-partnership
divorce

How Will My Pension Be Assessed After Divorce Or Dissolution Of A Civil Partnership?

Pension funds often form the second largest asset after the family home. It is, therefore, very important to seek legal advice to understand your pension rights following the breakdown of…

February 11, 2025

Sarah Norman-Scott

Blog

civil-liberties
Diversity
Equity and Inclusion
human-rights
LGBTQ+ History Month

Celebrating Trailblazers This LGBTQ+ History Month

LGBTQ+ History Month serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles and successes of the LGBTQ+ community and that’s why this LGBTQ+ History Month, we at Hodge Jones & Allen…

February 10, 2025

Opinion

nuisance-and-negligence
residential-property-disputes

Housing Disrepair Prosecutions Under The Environmental Protection Act 1990

Prosecutions under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 (EPA 1990) were primarily used by local authorities to enforce minimum housing standards on landlords. However, there has been a notable rise in…

February 7, 2025

Ruhul Ameen

Opinion

human-rights
sexual-abuse

Robert Gould’s Conviction: A Reminder That It’s Never Too Late to Report Child Sexual Abuse

Last week, Robert Gould (a former teacher and Methodist Youth Group Church Leader) was convicted of sexually abusing a number of boys during the 1970s and 1980s, some forty to…

February 6, 2025

Olivia Coffey

Opinion

civil-partnership
family-law

Does A Civil Partnership Give Me The Same Rights As A Marriage?

Yes, a civil partnership can create the same legal rights for both same sex couples and opposite sex couples in England and Wales as a marriage. It should be noted…

January 30, 2025

Sarah Norman-Scott