Involved in a Hit and Run Accident?
Leaving the scene of an accident and failing to report an accident are serious offences. If caught, the driver responsible can be punished with up to 10 penalty points, disqualification from driving, an unlimited fine and potentially imprisonment. If you’re involved in a hit and run car accident, we explain the steps to take to […]
Speeding Fines & Penalties Guide 2023
Drivers who are caught speeding face a number of penalties, the most common being a speeding fine. You could either be offered speed awareness training, or you will receive a Fixed Penalty Notice (ie a speeding ticket) and points on your licence. In more serious cases, you could face criminal charges and potentially being given […]
Seat Belt Law Explained
Safety risks aside, drivers and passengers can face penalties for not wearing a seat belt. In this guide to UK seat belt law, we set out the rules on who has to wear a seat belt and when, and explain the implications of not following the law. UK seat belt law UK seat belt law […]
Failing to Provide a Specimen
If you’re stopped by the police and suspected of driving under the influence of something illegal, refusing to take a breath test, or refusing to provide any requested blood or urine sample, to the police will not help you avoid being prosecuted for drink driving. In fact, failing to provide a specimen to the police […]
Driving Without Road Tax Penalties
Driving without road tax is an offence in England and Wales. If you own a vehicle registered in the UK for use on public roads, you are required by law to pay road tax. The rules are applicable to every category of vehicle, and this is inclusive of those that have a nil rate of […]
Driving Licence Revoked?
At best, having your driving licence revoked can be a costly inconvenience, especially if there are restrictions on public transport in the area in which you live. This can leave you struggling to get to work, taking your children to school and caring for the people that you love. In many cases, however, having your […]
Drink Driving Penalty 2023
Drink driving is a serious offence with potentially life-changing consequences, including losing your licence and even going to prison. This is because by getting behind the wheel of a car while intoxicated, you are not only endangering your own life, but the lives of other motorists and pedestrians. A conviction for drink-driving will also mean […]
16 Year Old Rights Against Parents
Turning 16 means you attain some new rights against your parents and that you now get to have a say in some decisions that directly affect you. Given your age, the courts will also typically take into account your wishes and feelings when it comes to certain issues, such as child contact arrangements. You are, however, […]
Speeding Sentencing Guidelines 2023
UK speeding sentencing guidelines specify the penalties for motorists found to have been driving in excess of the relevant speed limit. These penalties include fines, points on the driving licence and potentially a driving ban. In this guide for motorists, we explain how the speeding sentencing guidelines are used by the courts for speeding offences […]
UK Should Not Allow Remote Driving from Overseas: Law Commission
The remote operation of a car within the United Kingdom from outside the country should be prohibited, according to a report by government advisory group, the Law Commission. The report also states that remote-controlled cars are now a “legal grey area”, and draws attention to there being no specific requirement by law in the UK for the […]
UK & Ireland In Talks Over New Post-Brexit Travel Permit
Officials from the UK and Ireland are discussing potential changes to the UK’s new, post-Brexit Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system. Before entering the United Kingdom, non-British and non-Irish citizens must have been granted an ETA permit. According to the Common Travel Area (CTA), a long-standing migratory agreement between the United Kingdom and Ireland, Irish people […]
Commercial Rent Review Clauses Explained
Rent reviews in commercial leases are generally carried out when a landlord wishes to bring the rent in line with the current market level. The following guide explains how rent reviews work in practice and what they mean for the landlord and tenant. What is a rent review clause? A rent review clause […]
NHS Medical Negligence Compensation Claims
The purpose of the NHS is to provide access to quality healthcare for everyone, from prescriptions and routine screenings, to emergency services, surgeries and end-of-life care. But given the breadth of services offered, and the increasing pressure put on NHS resources from a growing patient population in the UK, it is not surprising that things […]
Death by Medical Negligence Payouts
Sadly, when healthcare professionals get it wrong, this can result in the death of a patient. While no amount of compensation can make up for the loss of loved one, bringing a death by medical negligence claim can help establish what went wrong, and provide financial support to the deceased’s family. It can also give […]
Assault Compensation: How Much Could You Get?
If you’ve sustained an injury as a result of an assault for which you were not to blame, you may be entitled to claim compensation from the government-funded Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA). The following practical guide for victims of assault looks at the different aspects of claiming assault compensation from the CICA, from how […]
Premises Licence Application Guidance
If your business or organisation is involved in a licensable activity, including the sale and supply of alcohol, you will need a premises licence or other similar authorisation from the licensing authority. Below is a practical guide to making a premises licence application and some of the considerations that should be made. What is […]
Responding to a Data Subject Access Request
If you’re an employer, it is important that you understand your data protection obligations to avoid enforcement action and potential reputational damage. In this guide, we look at how to respond to a data subject access request (DSAR) from an employee, and explain when the right of access applies, when it can be refused and […]
Do You Need a Dog Boarding Licence?
If you’re thinking about starting up a dog boarding business, apart from putting in place suitable accommodation and arrangements to care for other people’s beloved pets, you will also need a licence from your local council. This is to help ensure the health and welfare of any animals in someone else’s care when operating for […]
Codicil: Changing Your Will
If you decide to make small changes to your existing will, adding a codicil to your will may prove to be a cheaper and more straightforward option than having a completely new will drawn up. What is a codicil? A codicil is a legal document which states any changes you wish to make […]
What is Lasting Power of Attorney?
If you’re concerned about your future and how decisions would be made on your behalf in the event that you ever lost the ability to manage your own affairs, you may want to consider making a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). The following guide looks at the question of what is Lasting Power of Attorney, […]