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The first sign of summer weather sends everyone to the shops to pick up barbecues, outdoor entertainment, and supplies for parties that make the most of those late, lazy summer evenings. Nobody wants to be the killjoy that puts a stop to their neighbour’s summer celebrations, but if things get out of hand, what rights…
Preparing for Completion Day So, you’ve exchanged contracts and moving day is fast approaching. Start to notify all of the necessary Companies about your change of address in plenty of time. Use the following checklist to tick off each one as you do it. You can buy pre-printed cards from all good stationers, if you…
It’s holiday time again, and we’re all getting ready to jet off to sunnier climes for a couple of weeks’ well-earned R&R with the kids. Technically, nothing should go wrong, but just as with any situation, holidays are a minefield of potential problems – from delayed or cancelled flights, illness and accidents, or turning up…
For Generation X’ers and Baby Boomers, it was unthinkable to be living at home beyond a certain age, usually your late teens to early 20s. With reasonably affordable property prices and rents, most of those born from 1960 onwards had probably flown the nest by the time they were 18. However, today’s ‘Millennials’ face a…
Cybercrime, both against businesses and individuals, is becoming more common. It’s frightening, it’s a major issue for businesses, and can end up having a big impact on your finances. There are also some pretty heavy potential legal issues to think about too, especially if your customers’ data has been compromised. Contrary to popular belief, it’s…
If you’re a recently divorced step-parent and are wondering what rights you have in regard to seeing your step-children, there’s a number of things you need to know. Here, we take a look at what happens after a divorce, what measures a step-parent can take in order to gain access to a step-child, and whether…
Andrew Flagg Partner in our Civil Litigation Department looks at what happens if you’re hit by an uninsured driver, it can be difficult to know what to do next. The process for dealing with the aftermath of this type of accident isn’t always clear and it’s often necessary to seek guidance. Here, we take a…
Michael Trott Partner from our Residential Conveyancing Department looks at what happens if you’ve discovered an easement running through your property. You may be wondering who has access and who can pass over your land. There are a number of different types of easement, each of which allows for different usage of the land. Here,…
Roy Bridge Partner in our Residential Conveyancing Department gives his top tips to make sure your planning application is accepted. If you’re attempting to get planning permission to develop your property, You need to ensure that you understand exactly what is expected of you, and what requirements you need to meet in order for your…