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crime
protest-law

Obstruction of a Highway: Understanding Protest Rights Post-Director of Public Prosecutions v Ziegler

Legislation on Obstruct Highway The legislation says that, “If a person, without lawful authority or excuse, in any way wilfully obstructs the free passage along a highway he is guilty…

November 27, 2024

Opinion

dispute-resolution

When Is A Promise Binding – Another Look in Winter v Winter (2024)

Proprietary Estoppel Typically proprietary estoppel is raised in farming cases where someone is promised a farm in return for unpaid labour and this renegaded on when the farmer dies. Given…

November 27, 2024

Chun Wong

Opinion

Injured While Visiting? How You May Be Protected By Occupiers Liability

Introduction One of the most important considerations when bringing a claim for a personal injury is to first determine who is liable and how they are liable. This may not…

November 25, 2024

Mandhir Seera

Opinion

falsely-accused-of-crime
protest-law

Now They Are Prosecuting Protestors For Having Water

Nothing illustrates the absurdity of prosecution decisions when it comes to protest cases, than the decision to prosecute Paul Raithby for having canister full of water. Mr Raithby was arrested…

November 25, 2024

Raj Chada

Opinion

falsely-accused-of-crime
miscarriages-of-justice

Post Office Inquiry: Weeks 5 And 6 – Recap

Following a short break, the Post Office Inquiry resumed Phase 7 hearings on Monday 4 November and these concluded on Wednesday 13 November. Here is a summary of the evidence…

November 25, 2024

Aneka Thirurajah

Ailsa McNeil

Opinion

personal-injury
road-traffic-accident

Road Safety Week 2024 – After The Crash – Every Victim Counts

It is Road Safety Week this week (17th – 23rd November 2024) and every year we stand with Brake, the road safety charity and their vision of a world where…

November 19, 2024

Blog

crime
general-crime

What Happens If The Police Ask Me To Provide Them With My Mobile Phone PIN?

This question can arise at any stage of the criminal proceedings, often as early as at the police station, before or after interview. As smartphones hold all our personal data,…

November 18, 2024

Tosin Akinboboye

Opinion

personal-injury

Surveillance Ambush: The Impact of Social Media on Personal Injury Claims

In today’s world, social media is a big part of our everyday lives. While sharing photos or posting about your day is usually harmless, claimants must be savvy to what…

November 14, 2024

Jack Foran

Opinion

family-law
separation
ToLATA claim

Can I Make A Claim Against A Property When We Are Not Married?

When a dispute arises about property ownership after separation from a partner you have cohabited with, it is important to consider your rights. You may have a claim under the…

November 13, 2024

Lauren Viegas

Rebecca Coates

Blog

extradition
general-crime

Extradition Explained – Part 1: What Happens if I am Arrested on an Extradition Warrant?

What is Extradition? It is the process whereby one state seeks the surrender of a person from another state in order to either prosecute them for an offence or to…

November 12, 2024

Shyan MacTavish

Blog

divorce
family-law

What Are Grandparents Legal Rights To See Grandchildren?

Sometimes breakdown in relationships can result in children missing out on seeing grandparents, aunts and uncles and other family members. This can have a detrimental impact on children who have...

November 12, 2024

Raj Bhattoa

Shivani Mehta

Opinion

disrepair
housing-and-property

Fighting for Tenants’ Rights: Securing Justice in a Housing Disrepair Case

The Housing Team at Hodge Jones & Allen Solicitors (HJA) have been defending the rights of tenants since 1977 and we understand how your life can be turned upside down…

November 11, 2024

Opinion

possessions-proceedings
property-disputes

The 10-Year Period of Reasonable Belief for Adverse Possession Examined In Brown V Ridley (2024)

What is adverse possession? Quite simply this is the physical ‘adverse’ possession of land (which one does not own) for a specified period (previously 12 years but since October 2003…

November 7, 2024

Chun Wong

Blog

personal-injury

Why Medical Records Are Essential in Personal Injury Claims

A common question that we receive as legal professionals by our clients is “why do you need access to my medical records?” It is not uncommon to have concerns when…

November 7, 2024

Arifah Tahir

Opinion

asbestos
asbestos-related-disease
mesothelioma

Understanding Lung Cancer and Asbestos-Related Risks: A Guide for Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Lung Cancer Awareness Month is observed throughout the month of November each year. During this time it may be helpful to remind ourselves what Lung Cancer is, to know the…

November 1, 2024

Trish Monks

Opinion

Black History Month: Reclaiming Narratives 2024

What is Black History Month? Black History Month (BHM) is a time of deep reflection, appreciation, and, for many is a deeper education about the history and culture of Black…

October 28, 2024

Opinion

falsely-accused-of-crime
miscarriages-of-justice

Post Office Inquiry: Week 4 – Recap

The Post Office inquiry resumed on 23 September for its seventh and final phase. Here is a summary of who gave evidence during week 4. Tuesday 15 October Mike Young…

October 21, 2024

Aneka Thirurajah

Michael Ackah

Opinion

court
crime

Second Time Lucky? Lord Chancellor Announces Increased Sentencing Powers for Magistrates’

In May 2022 the then Conservative government doubled sentencing powers for Magistrates’ from 6 to 12 months, reasoning that the move would “provide additional capacity to drive down the backlog…

October 18, 2024

Eliza Bell

Caroline Liggins

Blog

personal-injury

Understanding Court Directions in Personal Injury Claims

Navigating the legal process in a personal injury claim can be daunting, especially when it comes to court directions. These directions outline the steps involved in moving your case through…

October 17, 2024

Usheena Patel

Opinion

falsely-accused-of-crime
miscarriages-of-justice

Post Office Inquiry: Week 3 – Recap

The Post Office inquiry resumed on 23 September for its seventh and final phase. Here is a summary of who gave evidence during week 3. Tuesday 7 October Karen McEwan…

October 17, 2024

Aneka Thirurajah

Ailsa McNeil