What is Extradition?
Extradition is the process whereby one country requests that another country returns to them an individual accused of or guilty of a crime for the purpose of trial or imprisonment, and that the individual is transferred to the requesting country. The governing legislation in the UK is the Extradition Act 2003. Where an extradition treaty […]
Breach of Employment Contract (A Guide!)
A breach of employment contract is where certain terms agreed to between you and your employer are not met by either your employer or by you as the employee. Your contract of employment is a statement as to the rights and responsibilities of both you and your employer during your period of employment. As with […]
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (A Guide!)
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 has set the legal basis and framework for health and safety in the UK workplace. Under the act, employers have a number of responsibilities towards employees and others in their company workplaces including temps, casual workers, the self-employed, clients, visitors and the general public. Failing to meet your employer […]
Faulty Goods under Warranty (Your Consumer Rights!)
Where an item under warranty develops a fault, the path to remedying the situation may be as straightforward as claiming against your warranty but there are other options that may prove more effective. What is a warranty? A warranty is, in essence, an insurance policy for your purchase. It may be provided by […]
Sale of Goods Act (Your Consumer Rights!)
The Sale of Goods Act 1979 states that all goods purchased or sold in the UK must be as described, of satisfactory quality and fit for the purpose they were manufactured for. The Sale of Goods Act was replaced by the Consumer Rights Act in October 2015. The Consumer Rights Act also replaced the Supply […]
I Have No Employment Contract (What are My Rights? )
“I have no employment contract what are my rights?” Many people assume a contract between an employer and employee must be written to be effective and enforceable, but a contract of employment will usually exist even if it is not in writing. This also means you will benefit from certain rights as an employee. I […]
Making a Will? (What You Need to Consider!)
Making a will allows you to exert control over what happens to your assets after you die. In addition to specifying who will benefit from your estate, the will also enables you to make inheritance decisions fully informed of the taxation and related implications of your final will. Dying without a will leaves your estate […]
Health and Safety legislation (A Guide for Employers)
In accordance with the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974, employers are responsible for managing the health and safety of their business, and for ensuring that their employees and anyone affected by their business are protected in the areas of health, safety and welfare. They must assess any risk in the workplace, keep […]
What is Freehold Property?
In England and Wales, there are two main categories of property ownership: freehold and leasehold. Your legal rights and responsibilities over the property and its land are determined by whether you own the leasehold or freehold. In addition to this, there are further rights and restrictions in relation to freehold property depending on the type […]
Garden Leave (and Your Employee Rights!)
You are considered to be on garden leave if, during your notice period, your employer has asked you not to attend the workplace, or has asked you to work from home or another location. Whether you have been placed on garden leave after handing in your notice, having accepted a redundancy package, or having been […]
What is Probate?
Probate is the legal process of settling the estate and affairs of a deceased individual. This typically requires the executor to notify the relevant authorities and organisations of the individual’s death, to settle any outstanding debts, and to distribute and transfer the remainder of the estate in accordance with the deceased’s wishes. Where there is […]
What is a Mesher Order?
There are many ways the family home can be dealt with as part of divorce proceedings. One such outcome is a Mesher Order, or an order for deferred sale. A Mesher Order is a court order delaying the sale of the matrimonial home when a couple are divorcing. Under a Mesher Order, the property is […]
What are the Grounds for Divorce?
To apply for divorce, you will have to show there has been an irretrievable break down in your marriage. This is the only ground for divorce under current law in England and Wales and it must be evidenced in the divorce petition by reference to at least one of five ‘facts’. 5 Facts that establish […]
Can You Sue for Copyright Infringement?
With access to many ways to showcase our businesses, if it’s via online channels or more traditional ways with leaflets, it’s becoming easier for other businesses to lift your business material without your permission. Though this doesn’t mean it’s legal, as it can be seen as copyright infringement. Prove that you were the originator of […]
Divorce Solicitors (and What I should Expect from Them!)
Divorce is not an easy journey for many couples when there are important decisions to be agreed over financial assets and potentially children. So achieving the right outcomes are essential. With the support of a good Divorce Solicitor, potential pitfalls can be overcome and the stress involved in ending your marriage or civil partnership be […]
Dress Code at Work (Do Employers Have a Say? )
Having a dress code at work does not apply to every workplace however in some industries you have to dress a certain way. Whether it is due to health and safety regulations or to maintain a corporate image, as an employer you have the right to enforce a dress code at work as long as […]
Gross Misconduct in the Workplace (A Guide!)
When an employee commits an act that is so bad it warrants immediate dismissal, this is often referred to as ‘gross misconduct’ in the workplace. In some cases, an employer may be in their right to dismiss the employee without any notice and without having to offer them any extra pay. A lot of different […]
How Long to Move House? (The conveyancing process in action)
There is no definitive time frame to how long it takes to move house, as unexpected complications could arise during the conveyancing cycle and it’s also dependant on the number of vendors and buyers in the chain. At the point of an offer being accepted on the property you are buying / selling and obtaining […]
Should I Move House? (and What You Need to Consider!)
Asking yourself the question, should I move house can lead to much contemplation. Everyone has different reasons for making this decision and it depends on the stage you are at in your life and any associated family, work or personal–related reasons which could be driving your change. You may be ready to downsize as your […]
How Long Does a Divorce Take?
There can be many contributing factors which can impact how long your divorce will take; if there are children involved, if your spouse is contesting the divorce and what is at stake financially. Some Solicitors will suggest a divorce can take anywhere from 16-24 weeks where there are no complications, which could extend up to […]