Why is it important to keep your Will updated?
There’s no escaping the fact that the idea of writing a will can be difficult for some. Doing something that forces you to face your own mortality can be a...
I work in a care home do I have to be vaccinated?
Following the government consultation and response, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2021 (“Health and Social Care Amendment Regulations”) made on 22 July 2021...
I run a care home what do I do about vaccinations for staff?
Following the government consultation and response, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2021 (“Health and Social Care Amendment Regulations”) made on 22 July 2021...
Hybrid working – new guidance from ACAS
During the pandemic many sectors were forced into home working as an emergency measure back at the beginning of 2020. Whilst some enjoyed the benefits of home working others were...
Writing references? Choose your words carefully
Most employers will be asked for a reference by their employees at some point – some under good circumstances and some in perhaps less positive situations. Whatever you decide to...
Protecting your business from divorce
Resolving financial matters on divorce can be a complex issue, particularly where there is a business to consider. Once a divorce is underway, you must exchange financial information about all...
Surge in Post-Lockdown Divorce and Separation?
At the beginning of the pandemic, commentators widely predicted the pressure of lockdown and home-schooling would cause a surge in separation and divorce enquiries. However recent data from the Ministry...
How to Resolve a Dispute With Your Landlord
Disputes between landlords and tenants are not uncommon. Disagreements can arise on both sides and, if not handled carefully, can snowball into stressful and protracted legal action. As a law...
Could you benefit from having a life interest trust in your will?
There are a range of situations in which life interest trust wills can be beneficial and have a better outcome than a straight-forward will. Life interest trust wills can be...
Are you running out of time?
Leases are a depreciating asset: their value can be significantly affected by the length of time left on the term of the lease . Are you running out of time...
IR35 and Contractors
The rules regarding IR35 and off payroll working are changing on 6 April 2021. Previously as a contractor, your Personal Service Company (“PSC”) was responsible for determining how you were...
IR35 and Businesses
The rules regarding IR35 and off payroll working are changing on 6 April 2021. Previously the intermediary Personal Service Company (“PSC”) was responsible for determining your contractors tax status under...
Have You Considered a Prenuptial Agreement?
Prenups might not be the most romantic entry on the list of things to do before you get married, but they could be one of the most important. With the ONS...
Keeping Equality & Diversity Training Up to Date and Relevant
In an ideal world harassment and discrimination in the workplace would not exist, but the reality is those complaints are frequently brought in the employment tribunals. The Employment Appeal Tribunal...
What You Really Need to Know About Being an Executor
The role of executor is something that many people agree to take on for a friend or loved one without fully understanding what the job entails. However, administering even the...
How to Choose the Right Conveyancing Professional
Whether you’re just stepping onto the property ladder or selling up and moving to a new home, the services of a good conveyancing professional can be invaluable. It’s no secret...
I want to be named as Father on my child’s birth certificate
If Father and Mother were married at the date of the birth, then either of them may register the birth of the child on their own and include both parents’...
Losing a loved one during the Pandemic
Losing a loved one from Covid-19 or other any other cause is difficult for anybody at any time and the Pandemic can make managing someone’s affairs after death unbearable. It...