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No blame but challenges remain…

When the clock finally chimed for no-fault divorce, courts saw a surge in petitions from couples looking to avoid the blame game but challenges still lie ahead for couples leaving a marriage.

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Blame game ends

We highlight the benefits of 'no blame' divorce, which came into effect in April 2022.

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Effects of Covid-19 on inheritance tax

Private Client solicitor, James McMullan, takes a closer look at the effects of covid-19 on inheritance-tax and estate planning.

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In light of Grenfell, changes are coming

The Grenfell Tower tragedy raised many doubts about whether existing residential buildings are safe.

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Consumer credit and competition law reforms

Consumer legislation in England and Wales aims to maintain lower prices, produce better products and services and uphold consumer rights. However, this legislation is inadequate at protecting consumers, and reforms are due.

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Don’t be a divorce doughnut!

January is notorious for being the busiest month for spouses looking to instruct a family lawyer.

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The Data Protection Bill: How will it affect e-business?

How safe is your customers’ data? Are you managing their information responsibly, and, more importantly, correctly in the eyes of the law?

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Brexit Deal: One man’s view

We are sleepwalking into Brexit chaos. Unless a second referendum is held as soon as possible we could be facing a triple whammy of no deal, a general election, and a late realisation that a second referendum is required, all at the same time in early 2019.

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Tenant alterations

During the term of your lease, you may find that your property requirements change and that you need to make alterations to your premises, whether internal, external or structural. If you find yourself in this situation, one of the first things you must consider (in addition to any planning and statutory requirements) are the terms of your lease.

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Getting it right to grow the spirit of enterprise

Enthusiasm for small enterprise is seeing increasing numbers trying to make it as entrepreneurs and inventors, whether alongside the day job, bringing up children, or even school/work.

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How vulnerable is your business to hackers?

Do you know what a DDOS attack is? Are you more vulnerable than the Greeks to Trojan attacks, or do you have enough Bitcoins stuck down the back of your virtual sofa to pay off a hijacker? Hackers are getting smarter, more ruthless, and more determined every day. And they’re not just focusing their efforts on the big corporations any more.

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Good practice is vital for employers in managing tribunal claims

In July, the Supreme Court ruled that Employment Tribunal claim fees were unlawful, meaning all Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeals Tribunal fees paid since 2013 will need to be reimbursed.

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