Defamation law seeks to balance the protection of reputation and the right to free speech. Defamation occurs when false statements cause serious harm to a person's reputation.

A landlord can, in certain circumstances, forfeit a commercial lease either by peaceable re-entry to the property or by issuing forfeiture proceedings against the tenant in the event of a breach of the lease terms.

Partnerships can be established formally through a partnership agreement or informally under the Partnership Act 1890. While the ease of informal formation is often advantageous, it is also a common source.

The ability to forfeit a lease is one of the most draconian but necessary remedies available to a landlord.

Our Family law solicitors based in our London City and West End explore the implications for financial arrangements arising out of divorce proceedings following the Supreme Court decision in Wyatt v Vince 2015 UKSC 14.

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 (LFRA 2024) was introduced with the promise of transforming leasehold ownership in England and Wales. For decades, the system had been criticised for complexity...

For over three decades, Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988 has allowed landlords of assured shorthold tenancies (ASTs) to recover possession without proving tenant fault.

In landlord and tenant law, few words have carried as much practical weight as "begun". The Housing Acts of 1985 and 1988 require possession proceedings to be "begun...

This article explains the procedures involved when either a landlord or tenant wishes to renew a business lease under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (LTA 1954).

The Renters' Rights Bill, set to become law in 2024, introduces significant changes for landlords, including the end of Section 21 evictions, new grounds for possession, restrictions on rent increases, and a ban on rent bidding.

Landlords have several remedies for recovering unpaid commercial rent, including forfeiture, drawing on deposits, pursuing guarantors, court actions, CRAR, insolvency proceedings, and payment agreements, each with specific legal considerations.

In the recent case of FJ 118/24 Shafe Buksh -v- (1) Habib Bush (2) Omar Bush (also known as Oliver Bush) the team at Ronald Fletcher Baker (RFB Legal) encountered a challenge familiar to many legal professionals...

Head of the Sports Law Department at Ronald Fletcher Baker LLP, David Winnie, explores the impact of the new FIFA regulations on working with intermediaries.

The UK is committed to maintaining high standards of data protection for individuals, and businesses can suffer severe repercussions for failing to adhere to the relevant laws.

A notice served under Section 146 of the Law of Property Act 1925 is a crucial legal instrument for landlords.

Family businesses face unique challenges with shareholder disputes due to intertwined family and business interests. Clear agreements, structured succession plans, and open communication can help prevent and resolve conflicts effectively.

When facing sudden bank account freezes or restrictions, it's crucial to act swiftly. These actions may arise from suspicions of unlawful conduct under the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA). Legal representation can help resolve matters and prevent further complications, including account forfeiture.

This article explores some key factors a bridging lender may consider when deciding whether to enforce its security, as well as the main methods of enforcement available to lenders.

Your business is more than just a job, it is your ‘work-baby', the reason you get up in the morning, and often is part of your lasting legacy.

As a private residential landlord, one of the most costly and time-consuming challenges you may face is a tenant's claim for disrepair.