It is possible to request a refund of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) if you paid the higher rate of tax when purchasing an additional property. A claim can now be made within 12 months of the sale of the previous main residence...
Being faced with Court proceedings of any kind can be an extremely daunting experience for anyone. Proceedings involving your children can be even more emotive and challenging.
Pre-Nuptial Agreements have been in the news a great deal in recent years. It is important to consider fairness and take into account the needs of the financially weaker spouse. This should also be reviewed on a regular basis
According to the NHS, more than 80,000 people a year need medical attention for injuries relating to Christmas trees, decorations, presents, slips and falls in and outside of the home, alcohol and Christmas dinners.
Christmas is the most feared time of the whole year. Domestic violence rises significantly during the festive period. Not a year goes by when there isn’t a seasonal spike in incidents reported to the police.
Christmas contact is almost always an issue for parents of looked after children who are spending Christmas away from home, perhaps with foster carers.
As the cold winter weather approaches, we look at the legal duties surrounding snow and ice-related accident risks. The most likely places for slips or falls on snow or ice can happen in everyday situations such as at work or at a bus stop.
Hearings in the Family Court are private. The press cannot attend. Only the parties and their legal representatives can come into the Courtroom. You cannot bring a family member or friend with you unless there is a very good reason and the Court agrees that it is appropriate to do so.
Restrictive covenants are rules or conditions written into title deeds which dictate what you can and cannot do with a property. It is a common misconception that you can do what you like with your property. People often forget about or are not aware of the existence of restrictive covenants lurking within their title.
Points to consider when selling part of your garden land for development...
