Employment Law in the UK: A Deep Dive
Employment law is the body of legislation, regulations, and case law that governs the relationship between employers and employees in the UK workplace. Its primary purpose is to create a structured framework that ensures fair treatment, safeguards rights, and outlines responsibilities for both parties. This essential guide provides a comprehensive overview of employment law in […]
Your Guide to Choosing Consumer Solicitors
It’s an unfortunate truth that consumers frequently face legal issues, from defective goods, misleading advertising and poor-quality services to unfair contract terms and violations of data privacy. In the UK, regulations such as the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) are designed to protect and enforce the rights of consumers. In some cases, however, the support […]
A Comprehensive Guide to UK Immigration Law
The UK’s immigration laws provide the framework of rules, regulations and requirements applicable to anyone looking to come to the United Kingdom, whether to visit, work, study, join family, settle permanently or seek protection. The various routes, visa categories and processes comprising the UK immigration system are designed to allow the UK Government to manage […]
Guide to Choosing the Best Immigration Lawyer
The UK immigration system is complex, comprising numerous visa routes, entry and residency requirements and compliance obligations. This makes finding the right immigration lawyer crucial for anyone looking to live, work, or study in the UK. The UK immigration law market is large and complex, shaped by frequent policy changes and procedural reforms with a range of different types […]
Choosing Family Law Solicitors: A Guide
The right family law solicitor can offer you more than just legal advice; they provide support and guidance through challenging times, ensuring your rights are protected, and working towards the best possible resolution. The consequences of choosing a solicitor who is not well-suited to your needs can be emotionally and financially taxing — making an already difficult situation even harder. […]
Exploring UK Family Law: A Guide
Family law is a specialist area of the UK legal system that deals with issues relating to family and domestic relationships. It encompasses a broad range of statutes, regulations and case law, governing how individuals in family relationships interact legally. The primary aim of family law is to provide a legal framework that supports the fair and just resolution of […]
Moving House in the UK: Essential Tips
Moving house is often cited as one of life’s most stressful experiences. But it’s also the start of your next chapter – a chance for a fresh start and new adventures. With so much happening on moving day, it pays to be organised and to prepare well. With the logistical aspects of your move under control, you’re less likely to […]
Complete Guide to Buying a House
Buying a house is a significant milestone in anyone’s life, filled with excitement, decisions, and, inevitably, paperwork. In the UK, the journey from starting your search to receiving the keys to your new home is complex and requires careful planning and understanding. The process itself begins with financial preparation, where understanding your budget and securing […]
UK Conveyancing Market: Lawble Overview
With its myriad of legal, economic, and technological facets, the UK conveyancing sector presents a complex landscape that reflects broader trends in property dynamics and economic conditions. It brings together a broad range of stakeholders, including solicitors and conveyancers, as well as mortgage lenders, estate agents, and government bodies. Regulatory changes, economic fluctuations, and technological […]
UK Conveyancing: A Guide to Property Transfer
Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership from one party to another. It is the procedure that must be followed whenever a property is bought or sold in the UK, ensuring that the transfer of ownership is completed effectively, with the buyer receiving a clear title and the seller fulfilling all legal obligations. […]
How to Complete the Power of Attorney Form
The Power of Attorney form you will need to complete will depend on the type of Lasting Power of Attorney you are creating. These are Form LP1F for financial decisions and Form LP1H for health and care decisions. A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal way of giving someone else the authority to make […]
Losing Your Job As A Skilled Worker Visa Holder
One of the conditions of the Skilled Worker visa is that the holder has a qualifying role and is sponsored by a Home Office approved employer. Should the visa holder lose their job, however, this will impact their permission to remain lawfully in the UK. Your former employer will be required to notify the Home Office […]
Back Injury Claims & Compensation
Even a relatively minor back injury can be debilitating, while more serious back injuries can cause devastating long-term complications. Coming to terms with the impact of a back injury on your life can be hard enough, although knowing that an injury could have been avoided, but for the carelessness, recklessness or wrongdoing on the part […]
Do You Need a Child Travel Consent Form?
If you share parental responsibility for your child with someone else, such as your former partner, you may need to ensure that you have their consent before you take your child away, both to avoid legal issues and family tensions. In some cases, you may need written confirmation of this permission in the form of […]
How Much Are Lasting Power of Attorney Fees?
One of the considerations when applying to register a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) will be the costs involved. In this guide, we set out the fees that will payable as part of the application process. We also look at the fee reduction and exemption eligibility, as well as the LPA refund scheme. If your […]
Industrial Injury Claim Guide
If you’ve been injured at work, an injury claim can give you much-needed financial support to compensate you for the pain and losses you’ve suffered as a result of your injuries. But making an industrial injury claim against your employer can quickly become complicated, not least due to the complexities around proving negligence, liability and the […]
Enduring Power of Attorney: EPA Guidance
The Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) was replaced on 1st October 2007 by the Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). Existing EPAs made before this date remain valid and effective, but certain rules apply when cancelling an EPA or replacing it with an LPA. The following guide looks at the current legal position since 2007 in […]
Licence to Occupy or Lease?
A licence to occupy can provide a property owner with a quick, easy and flexible way of letting out commercial premises, or even a room in their own home, avoiding the formalities and legalities of a commercial lease or residential tenancy. However, it is important to know how licences work, legally speaking, and when these […]
Unfair Dismissal Claim: Check Your Rights
If you can show you have been dismissed from work unfairly, you may be able to claim for unfair dismissal. Was your dismissal unfair? Employees have the right to be dismissed fairly. This means employers must show good reason for the dismissal and follow the correct legal process in dismissing someone. Dismissals can apply in […]
UK ETA Travel Permit Guide
The UK’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme is opening in 2023, as part of the government’s new universal “permission to travel” requirement. Under the new scheme, certain travellers, including non-visa nationals and Creative Worker visa holders, travelling to the UK will have to secure authorisation in advance of travel by completing an online form and paying […]