by Amy Knowles
3 June 2024
Carer’s leave – the new law explained
The Carer’s Leave Act 2023 came into effect on 6th April 2024 and gives carers the right to apply for carer’s leave from their first day of work. If you are a carer, you can now take up to one week of leave every twelve months to help a dependant that requires long-term care. Who is […]
by Eleanor Cockrell
23 January 2024
Government to be called on to provide more support to local authorities to support children to be reunited with their families
Family partner at Morecrofts, Eleanor Cockrell, looks into research revealing that many local authorities want to do more to support children in care being reunited with their families. Many local authorities want to support children in care to be returned to their families, but are struggling to do so because of finance restrictions, lack of staff […]
by Donal Bannon
8 January 2024
Terms and conditions and “Entire agreement” clauses
A recent case referred to us concerned a dispute over whether a promise made by one party to another before they signed a contract was binding. A seller of a business was promised that as part of the deal he would be kept on as a consultant for one year which would enable him to […]
24 November 2023
Can I see my children at Christmas?
Christmas can be one of the most difficult times for separated families. It is normal for both parents to want to spend this time with their children however for those who split their time between two homes it may not be possible. Anybody with parental responsibility would normally spend time with their children over the […]
by Donal Bannon
15 November 2023
What is a frustrated contract?
Commercial law expert Donal Bannon explains the importance of carefully written terms and conditions. A recent case referred to us concerned a supplier who was unable to supply goods to its customers due to difficulties it faced in sourcing raw materials from overseas. The problem arose due to an unexpected weather event which hampered the overseas supplier […]
17 May 2023
No-fault Evictions to be Banned
For many years it has remained on the government’s agenda to ban ‘no-fault’ evictions within the England’s private rental sector. Such evictions can occur after the initial fixed term of the tenancy has ended. Landlords can provide two months’ written notice, if they have complied with the various regulations and requirements. It is known as […]
by Michael Gossage
6 May 2022
Who pays the legal costs in litigation?
The most common presumption I come across is that, if your litigation case goes to a hearing and you are successful, then your opponent must reimburse you in full for your legal costs. In my experience, many prospective clients expect this to be an automatic rule. It makes sense, right? You have incurred expense to take another […]
15 September 2021
What is Property Litigation?
What is property Litigation? Property Litigation is any litigation concerning a property, whether commercial or residential. If you own, lease, or rent a property, it is likely you will require a property litigation solicitor at one time or another. Disputes can arise with neighbours, partners, tenants, freeholders, leaseholders, partners, contractors, and others. Property litigation can often be complex and time-consuming. If you find yourself embroiled […]
by Alison Lobb
20 May 2021
Divorce and Separation – who gets the family pet
It is an extremely difficult and emotional time when separation There is so much to consider, such as property matters, finances, assets and most importantly children if there are any. Another thing clients often ask me about is pets. Who cares for them? Who pays for their needs? In most cases, a couple will see […]
