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When managing private wealth and planning for inheritance, one of the most overlooked—but legally crucial—considerations is mental capacity.

Individuals excluded or inadequately provided for in a Will may claim against the estate under the Inheritance Act, with specific eligibility criteria and a six-month time limit from Grant of Probate.

When couples begin to think about taking the next step in their relationship, they will often choose to start living together. This is an exciting time for many couples and their families...

When individuals lose the capacity to make decisions for themselves, the appointment of a deputy becomes essential to safeguard their interests.

Summer is a popular time of year to take a foreign holiday. However, for separated parents wanting to travel abroad with their children...

In the wake of the global pandemic, there has been a prolific increase in remote and hybrid working among employees...

In a new Statement of Changes, the Government have unveiled modifications to the Immigration Rules concerning visitors with effect from 31 January 2024.

The introduction of the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 (‘Construction Act') brought about fundamental change in the construction industry and was aimed at addressing...

A green lease is any lease that incorporates provisions aimed at improving the environmental performance of a building.

Legal requirements, known as statutory obligations, are often imposed within commercial leases. Such obligations include the non-exhaustive list...

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Prudential Regulatory Authority (PRA) have recently published consultation papers setting out proposals to improve diversity...

It is one of life's uncomfortable truths; it doesn't matter how healthy or how fit you are, unfortunate circumstances can happen to anyone.

Back in July 2022 the Women and Equalities Committee (WEC) issued their recommendations following an inquiry into Menopause and the workplace.

The rich tapestry of different cultural and ethnic backgrounds present in the United Kingdom can on occasions lead to a clash between the application of the laws of the land...

The UK introduced new cybersecurity regulations under the PSTI Act 2022, effective April 2024, mandating manufacturers, importers, and distributors of smart products to meet specific security requirements, including password standards and security updates, to prevent cyber threats.

You may have heard of EOTs, and how they are an option for business owners to realise the value of their business.

The article introduces a series on employment law in the construction sector, focusing on the gender pay gap and equal pay. It highlights the sector's significant pay disparities and suggests strategies for employers to promote gender equity and comply with legal obligations.

In the spirit of the season, we're decking the halls with 12 unforgettable workplace mishaps of this year because who says the 12 Days of Christmas should only be about partridges and pear trees?