Author: Lauren Baker

When to make an inheritance claim for financial provision

Written on December 21, 2022. Posted in Wills and Probate.

Even in situations where all parties agree a Will is valid, there are times when claims can still be made against an estate. These claims happen when for some reason, when the deceased was alive and making the Will, they did not provide for an individual who believes they should’ve been. In this blog, we share further information on the time limits to take action if you wish to make a claim against an estate under the Inheritance Provision and Dependants Act 1975.

What to do if you are considering challenging a Will based on validity concerns

Written on December 12, 2022. Posted in Dispute Management, Wills and Probate.

Over the years, we have seen the number of people raising probate disputes increase. Whatever the reason for disputing a Will, we always recommend seeking early advice to determine the right course of action, which may require you to take immediate steps to prevent probate from going ahead. In this article, we’ve shared our advice on the first steps to take when you have concerns over the validity of a Will.

What happens when someone passes away without a valid Will

Written on November 30, 2022. Posted in Dispute Management, Wills and Probate.

If a person passes away intestate, it means they haven’t left a valid Will in place. This means that their estate will be dealt with according to the Rules of Intestacy. In this blog, we’ve shared what this means and why we always recommend adults of all ages have a valid Will in place and ensure it is up to date following any major life changes.

Employment Tribunals explained

Written on November 6, 2022. Posted in Employment Law.

An Employment Tribunal is a place where an employee makes a claim against their employer for acting unfairly towards them.

Our Guide to Avoiding Professional Negligence

Written on October 20, 2022. Posted in Uncategorized.

When you hire a professional, they are expected to exercise a reasonable duty of care when performing their services. If the individual does not carry out the duties set out in the contract, or the work they carry out falls below an expected standard, they have breached their duty of care – otherwise known as professional negligence.

In this article, we will walk you through some ways you can avoid or minimise the risk of professional negligence.

What rights do you have when facing redundancy?

Written on October 5, 2022. Posted in Employment Law.

Redundancy is a type of dismissal, which usually happens when the employee’s role is no longer needed within the organisation. For those facing redundancy, it can be an extremely stressful time as you try to navigate through the redundancy period and figure out your next steps.

Planning Christmas as separated parents

Written on October 2, 2022. Posted in Uncategorized.

It’s that time again when we’re transitioning into the colder months and with that, Christmas is just a stone’s throw away. Whilst it may seem like there is plenty of time to make your Christmas plans, when co-parenting following separation, there is a lot more to consider and forward planning is always advised.

What to be aware of when buying a horse

Written on August 26, 2022. Posted in Contract Law, Equine Law.

Whether it’s for a hobby or a profession, purchasing a horse is a big investment. When you consider everything associated with owning your own horse – like the initial sale, vets bills, insurance, upkeep and land – the costs are sure to reach the thousands. If there was ever a dispute, this could mean there is a substantial amount at stake, not to mention the time and stress that comes with it.

What to do when raising a nuisance dispute with your neighbour

Written on August 24, 2022. Posted in Dispute Management, Property Law.

Not seeing eye-to-eye with a neighbour is unfortunately not uncommon and having friction with the people that live in close proximity can be difficult and often anxiety-inducing. When situations arise with neighbours and the issues get out of hand – like nuisance disputes – it is best to resolve them quickly and professionally.

What you should know about boundary disputes

Written on July 29, 2022. Posted in Dispute Management, Property Law.

Boundary disputes are one of the most common neighbour disputes that property owners and occupiers can come across. If there is a disagreement when determining a boundary between two or more properties, it can often escalate into a frustrating, costly and lengthy situation that can be difficult to resolve without the correct information or procedures.