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Those involved in the property industry know its cyclical nature only too well – and those with an interest in making a property investment are right to keep a keen eye on the real estate...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/tips-on-selling-or-buying-commercial-property-by-auction/
In a significant decision, the Supreme Court has ruled that tribunal fees introduced by the Employment Tribunals and the Employment Appeal Tribunals Fees Order 2013 (the 2013 order) are unlawful....
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/tribunal-fees-held-to-be-unlawful-by-the-supreme-court/
Susan Mayall looks at how employment laws might be affected by the UK’s vote to leave the EU. (This is an updated version of Susan’s article of 21st June.) ...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/what-effect-will-a-brexit-have-in-the-workplace/
In a recent case, an employee was given a custodial sentence for breaching a confidentiality clause. The case is rather extreme but is a warning for others about misusing their employer's confidential information...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/what-happens-if-an-employee-is-in-breach-of-confidentiality/
And why landlords should check their properties’ energy ratings as soon as possible … Stricter rules about Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) are coming into force in April 2018: landlords should...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/what-is-an-epc/
Now that the UK has voted to leave the EU, we take a look at some of the possible effects of the so-called Brexit on UK businesses. 24th June 2016...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/what-might-the-a-brexit-mean-for-your-business/
In a recent case, a fireman was required to do one week in four on “stand-by”. In his case, being on stand-by meant being able to get to the station...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/when-is-standby-time-worked-at-home-working-time/
A company’s shareholders are the people who are registered as such in the company’s statutory registers. If statutory registers are not properly maintained, this can give rise to troublesome issues....
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/who-owns-your-company/
Banning headscarves does not amount to direct discrimination (but take care with dress codes) … An EU Court has decided that an employer's dismissal of an employee for refusal to...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/workplace-clothing-issues-can-you-ban-headscarves/
Are you relishing the arrival of your retirement, whenever it may be due? A recent survey from Aegon found that whilst people continued to have positive aspirations for retirement, there...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/5_key_concerns_for_retirees/
Good news for all of us who have accepted that we are getting older: Saga reports that new European research shows that 60 is the new 40! The research reveals...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/60-new-40/
Pearson Solicitors has helped a young footballer in his 20’s claim a £6,500 settlement after doctors failed to treat his Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). The man, Mr C, has a...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/6500-compensation-for-doctors-failure-to-treat-dvt/
When it comes to planning for your retirement, it pays to consider every possible circumstance. Care Planning is an important part of your wider financial plan. Take a look at...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/care_planning/
Brits consider an internet connection and mobile phones to be greater financial priorities than protecting mortgages and incomes, according to new research in the latest Scottish Widows Protection Report. Only...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/connected_protected/
The great thing about writing this bulletin is that you make a note of something which looks hugely significant around the middle of the month and then something else comes...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/february_market_commentary/
The Finance Bill currently in Parliament will confirm that HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) are to be given the right to seize money directly from the bank accounts of taxpayers...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/hmrc_cash_seizure_rights_on_the_way/
Everyone’s idea of what income is needed to provide you with an ‘acceptable standard of living’ in retirement is different. In addition, no estimate remains the same for long as...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/how_much_income_will_i_need_in_retirement/
With a lifetime mortgage, you take out a loan secured on your home which does not need to be repaid until you die or go into long-term care. It frees...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/how_does_a_lifetime_mortgage_work/
Can verbal promises be expected in Law in an inheritance situation? The answer is: sometimes The recent case of Thompson v Thompson (2018) highlighted the increasing frequency with which families...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/inheritance-promises-recognition-in-courts/
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), on 4th March 2015, published a consultation paper on proposed changes to its pension transfer rules, designed to reflect the Government’s new flexible pensions regime....
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/new_pension_transfer_rules_from_the_fca/
Originally announced during The Chancellor’s Budget speech in March 2014, January 2015 will finally see the launch of the new so-called ‘pensioner bonds’. The rates for the bonds, announced only...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/new_pensioner_bonds_ready_for_january_launch/
During the 2015 Budget announcement, the Chancellor, George Osborne revealed a new type of ISA, to be made available to the public in the Autumn of this year. The Help...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/the_new_help_to_buy_isa_the_details/
Professionals can be held financially liable if ‘freebie work’ goes wrong. Professionals such as solicitors, barristers, architects and engineers have a duty to take care when providing advice and services...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/a-cautionary-tale-for-professionals-who-help-out-friends/
A person making a Will (the Testator) must be capable of making a valid Will at the time it is made. This means that they must be aged 18 years...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/a_testing_case_of_contentious_probate/
New regulations came into force earlier this year that affect the routine practices of many trading businesses. The aim behind the regulations is to encourage wider participation in Alternative Dispute...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/alternative-dispute-resolution-adr-options/
Imagine the days pre email, when a fax machine was a new-fangled machine to be debated over……………….with over 30 years of experience in the law and having seen many changes...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/andrew-murray-looks-back-over-the-years/
As Government uncertainty prevails and we now look to Theresa May to settle the ship, the old adage there is nothing as sure as ‘death and taxes’ prevails and with...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/are-you-losing-an-inheritance-tax-allowance-on-your-home/
It’s an unfortunate fact that January can be a hard time for struggling businesses. The double whammy of mounting bills and creditors delaying their payments on what’s due can cause...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/are-your-business-debts-getting-out-of-hand-read-our-tips-on-avoiding-insolvency/
The news that the Government in England and Wales has suspended housing possession proceedings for a further two months has been welcomed by tenants, practitioners and Housing Solicitors alike. The...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/ban-on-residential-housing-evictions-has-been-extended/
Identity Fraud has been in the headlines recently and can be a real problem. A recent case is exemplified below. On 15 May 2018, the Court of Appeal handed down...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/been-burnt-by-a-fraudulent-property-transaction/
Yesterday was the day when we could have been leaving the European Union and UK business activity affected forever. Instead, we now have Brexmas when the United Kingdom will be...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/brexit-and-your-business-general-election/
As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the lockdown in England and Wales continues, so does the concern for many SMEs’ ability to continue to trade and weather the current crisis....
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/business-interruption-insurance-claim-unfairly-rejected/
The Courts are generally reluctant to overturn a Will and the threshold to disputing the validity of a Will is particularly high. When a Will is made the most common...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/can-a-will-be-disputed-a-recent-decision-from-the-courts/
Is cash still king? As contactless payment options have grown dramatically in availability and popularity in recent years, we have seen a reduction in the use of cash as a...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/cash-is-on-the-decline-in-the-uk/
Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) is a rare condition which is caused by extreme pressure and swelling of the nerves at the base of the spine. The nerves become compressed and...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/cauda-equina-syndrome-ces-what-are-the-symptoms/
County court judgements (CCJs) leapt by 25 per cent last year as many claims went undefended, according to recent statistics. The fact that neither claimant nor defendant had legal representation...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/ccjs-on-the-increase-why-you-need-to-take-prompt-action/
Its National Apprenticeship Week so there’s no time like the present to celebrate our own apprentices. On our staff we currently have seven apprentices on board; all at various stages...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/celebrating-our-apprentices-in-national-apprenticeship-week/
A recent case warns beneficiaries of a will to ensure they understand its effects – and to take action if they think they have not been adequately provided for. The...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/challenging-a-will-speed-is-of-the-essence/
Trolley Dash to Oldham Food Bank We’re supporting the Oldham Food Bank this year and are busy collecting food stuffs in each of our offices. The highlight will be a...
https://www.pearsonlegal.co.uk/blog/news/christmas-fun-to-raise-funds-for-local-charities/
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