Budget 2016 - changes to stamp duty for commercial properties - our business lawyers explain
16/03/2016
There are new stamp duty land tax rates for commercial property following today's budget.
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Separation Agreements - what are they and should I have one before divorce? - our family lawyers explain
15/03/2016
Some couples prefer to separate rather than go for an immediate divorce on the breakdown of their marriage. Although there is no legal requirement to enter into a Separation Agreement, it is highly advisable to do so. A Separation Agreement is evidence of what the parties agreed in relation to their finances and is a factor that the Court must take into account should one party seek to go back on what was agreed and make further claims against the other. A Separation Agreement is not, however, binding on the Court so care must be taken to ensure that it is as persuasive as possible.
Unmarried and co-habiting in a house owned by your partner – can you be evicted if your relationship breaks down? Our family lawyers explain.
11/03/2016
Effects of Brain Injuries following a Road Traffic Accident - our personal injury lawyers explain
10/03/2016
A recent survey suggests that a road traffic accident, or any event which involves a trauma to the head, may result in brain injury which can cause cognitive, emotional and physical symptoms. Only a handful of individuals experience cognitive and emotional symptoms a year after a mild brain injury however, there is no shortage of disagreement between experts about the conceptual framework in which persistent symptoms after a mild head injury should be considered and subsequently treated.
Companies countdown to new transparency regulations - our business lawyers explain
09/03/2016
Companies are on a countdown to comply with new regulations around transparency of ownership. As part of the Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act 2015, unlisted UK companies and LLPs will have to identify those people with significant control over them, and to record their details in a new statutory register.