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Frequently asked questions about Judicial Review
There has been much press attention about Judicial Review claims after the recent actions of Gina Miller; firstly when she sought to challenge the legality of the Secretary of State...
Last week, the clinical negligence case of XX v Whittington Hospital NHS Trust [2020] UKSC 14 reached a landmark decision in the Supreme Court. This is a long-running case, pursued...
April 14, 2020
Opinion
Bailment – a duty towards others’ goods
This article gives an overview of “bailment” in commercial litigation disputes. Although bailment is rarely considered, it is in fact a very common commercial arrangement. A claim in bailment is...
April 14, 2020
Opinion
COVID-19: How The Global Pandemic Is Impacting Our Prison Population
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the UK government to rapidly introduce new legislation to curtail its spread. No. 10 have insisted that these measures are necessary to protect high risk…
Beneficiaries of a Will claiming against solicitors
If there is no Will, only certain classes of people will inherit under the rules of intestacy and in a given order. Typically this will not cover co-habitees (no matter...
Specific disclosure applications in commercial litigation
This article gives an overview of specific disclosure applications in commercial litigation. These applications can help a party in litigation to obtain key documents which the other side have in...
April 9, 2020
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Disputes in disclosure – commercial litigation
This articles outlines a brief introduction to disclosure in commercial litigation disputes. It outlines risks prevalent in the disclosure process, and how this is sometimes weaponised by the other side...
April 8, 2020
Opinion
Financial Protection for Vulnerable Clients
We act for many vulnerable clients at Hodge Jones & Allen. Our Court of Protection team look after the finances of many clients who are unable to manage their own…
April 8, 2020
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Latest update to our clients
At Hodge Jones & Allen, we have a talented and versatile team who are dedicated to assisting and supporting our clients. As the unprecedented COVID-19 situation develops, my thoughts are…
April 7, 2020
Opinion
COVID-19: Extreme Vulnerability For Asbestos Disease Sufferers
Our clients who are living with asbestos diseases fall into the category of people classed by the Government as “extremely vulnerable” and who are currently being shielded during the COVID-19…
April 5, 2020
Opinion
Confusion over coronavirus police powers
Last week saw the introduction of a raft of emergency powers for coronavirus social and business restrictions. The enthusiasm with which some forces have adopted these powers has caused concern;...
Demand For Wills Jumps 76% In Two Weeks Due To Coronavirus
As the UK begins to adjust to the “new normal” that we face amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, many families are approaching their affairs with an increased sense of reflection and…
NICE amends Covid-19 critical care guideline after judicial review challenge
A proposed judicial review challenge to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (‘NICE’) COVID-19 guideline for clinical care has secured important changes to protect the rights of people…
March 31, 2020
Blog
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (Furlough Leave) – What you need to know! Updated 21.04.2020
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme was announced on 20 March 2020 to provide security for employees over the coming months in light of the current crisis. The scheme provides a...
March 31, 2020
Opinion
Coronavirus Act 2020: are renters really safe?
With comments from the Prime Minister in the House of Commons saying that they would be passing legislation to protect private renters during the Covid-19 epidemic you would hope that...
March 31, 2020
Opinion
Keeping Calm and Carrying On: Wills & Probate Services during COVID-19
In these unprecedented times, the Private Client team here at Hodge Jones & Allen wishes good health to everyone with the hope that life will return to normal as soon...
March 26, 2020
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How does a rent suspension clause work?
A lease or tenancy agreement may contain a clause which suspends the rent in the event that the property becomes uninhabitable. The clause may state that there should be a...
March 26, 2020
Opinion
Self-isolation without a home – an impossible task
Whilst the Government continues to announce ever stricter measures for the UK’s population to help stop the catastrophic spread of the virus sweeping the globe, the consistent message to all...
March 26, 2020
Blog
Coronavirus and children moving between separated parents’ homes
As much of the country finds itself under “lockdown”, after the Prime Minister announced strict measures for leaving home on 23 March 2020, what is the position with children from...
March 25, 2020
Blog
Client update for COVID-19
We are all facing an unprecedented challenge with the spread of COVID-19 and its impact on our everyday life. The COVID-19 situation is changing on a daily basis and therefore...
