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Can I break out of a tenancy agreement if I was lied to by my landlord?

There are some circumstances in which you might find yourself entering into a tenancy agreement based upon promises your landlord has made, or comments that have been given to you....

October 19, 2020

Bahareh Amani

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Employers how do you deal with harassment of employees

There has been considerable coverage over the last 12 months about stalking and harassment of individuals. What does an employer do when this leaks into the workplace? The general public...

October 16, 2020

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Tips to stay safe and injury free while performing exercise on the roads this winter

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the closure of indoor exercise venues, outdoor exercises such as walking, jogging and cycling have become popular ways to get out of...

October 15, 2020

Sarah Townsend

Opinion

Signing a will using video conferencing – a great new option or only a last resort?

During the Covid 19 crisis, many more people have been thinking about writing or changing their will. But a major concern has been how to get the will witnessed correctly...

October 15, 2020

Nicola Waldman

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Contempt of Court – Solicitors Beware!

In our previous blog we explained the seriousness of signing a Statement of Truth in a court document, especially following a change in the rules and wording of a Statement…

October 14, 2020

Chun Wong

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How soon should a landlord address disrepair? How long is too long?

Tenants who have experienced disrepair to their property, often find themselves questioning how long will it take for the repairs to be completed. This is a question being asked more...

October 13, 2020

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How to stay safe at the gym post-lockdown

As gyms across the country are reopening under new guidance, many have started to make a return to indoor exercise. It may well be that you’ve changed your routine and...

October 8, 2020

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Can an ex-spouse claim my assets after divorce?

It’s a common misconception in divorce proceedings that once the divorce process has been finalised, and the decree absolute obtained, that the financial matters between parties also conclude. This is...

October 8, 2020

Opinion

A Boost for Unexplained Wealth Orders

Unexplained Wealth Orders (UWOs) have returned to the news, with the reporting that £10 million in cash and property has been forfeited by a Leeds businessman. On the application of…

October 7, 2020

Ruth Harris

Opinion

Happy National Inclusion Week

Being the first Diversity Champion of the firm, I am privileged to be able to start my role by wishing and celebrating National Inclusion Week. It has of course got…

October 2, 2020

Bahareh Amani

Opinion

A huge step forward for gender equality

People who identify as gender fluid/non-binary are now protected under the Equality Act in no uncertain terms. The judgment in Taylor v Jaguar Land Rover (Case No: 1304471/2018), released on…

October 1, 2020

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Coronavirus and Leasehold Properties

In March 2020, emergency legislation helped to assist with the Covid-19 Pandemic situation that faced many of those in rented accommodation. However, no such assistance was given to leaseholders to...

September 30, 2020

Bahareh Amani

Opinion

The forgotten population – making sure vulnerable persons in prison don’t slip through the net

As we adjust to the new restrictions on movement following the national lockdown, it is worth remembering that many vulnerable people remain in long term confinement and are reliant on...

September 29, 2020

Gimhani Eriyagolla

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Can I end up with a criminal record for breaking ‘The Rule of Six’?

New coronavirus laws prohibit social gatherings of more than six people under updated Health Protection Regulations 2020 which came into effect on Monday 14 September 2020. It is now illegal...

September 29, 2020

Opinion

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Is witness intimidation a criminal offence?

Witness intimidation is obviously a criminal offence. The investigation or prosecution of this offence is intended to protect witnesses and / or jurors who are involved in the investigation or...

September 24, 2020

Michael Ackah

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What is Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit?

Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit (IIDB) is a Government state benefit scheme for people who are disabled as a result of injury or disease arising from work. The scheme is administered...

September 21, 2020

Isobel Lovett

Opinion

Essex Memorial: Families searching for Justice

On Saturday, 22 August, my colleague Nina Ali and I took an early train to Chelmsford to join Melanie Leahy and other bereaved families for a memorial service for their…

September 21, 2020

Nina Ali

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New to cycling – what to do if I have an accident?

As a result of the current pandemic, many more people have either recently taken up cycling for the first time or are cycling more. This might be to avoid public…

September 17, 2020

Emma Hall

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Duty of Candour in medical care – what does it mean?

From 2005-2009, between 400 and 1,200 patients died as a result of poor care at Stafford Hospital (now renamed County Hospital), a general hospital in Staffordshire. Over the five-year period,…

September 16, 2020

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Tenants facing eviction due to Coronavirus rent arrears – What can you do?

During the early stages of the Coronavirus pandemic reaching the UK, the Government implemented emergency measures to protect the wellbeing of tenants. This emergency legislation (the Coronavirus Act 2020) extended...

September 15, 2020

Bahareh Amani