Whilst most of us were busy preparing for the festive period, there was an important update from the government on employee rights and flexible working. On the 5th December 2022, the government announced a range of new measures soon to be introduced with the aim of “making flexible working the default”. The new law will […]
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Being dismissed from your job can be overwhelming and come as a surprise to some. Whilst there are fair reasons for being fired by your employer, it’s important to know when a dismissal becomes ‘unfair’ and when you have the grounds to take legal action. Dismissals with or without notice periods You should be given […]
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Very few couples go through life without incurring some form of debt, whether to finance a car, buy a home or cover other large costs that can arise in everyday life. But what happens to these debts when you separate or divorce? In this article we will cover the key topics you’ll need to consider […]
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Why is it important to make a will? Research has suggested that over 60% of adults in the UK have yet to make a will, equating to around 30 million people. This opens up a wide array of issues for their family members if they should pass away without one. There are numerous reasons to […]
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What is Legal Aid? Legal aid is the provision of assistance to individuals that are otherwise unable to afford legal representation. It is there in order to help cover the costs of legal advice, family mediation, and representation in a court or tribunal. It also funds the gathering of evidence and any court fees. It […]
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Ending a marriage is a difficult and complex decision, one that should be never taken lightly. Normally undertaken because the behaviour of one party became unacceptable and the relationship was unsavable. But there is another reason that people are divorcing, Referred to in celebrity circles as ‘concious uncoupling,’ occasionally the love diminishes but the friendship […]
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Thousands of individuals are facing significant waiting times when it comes to having their day in court. Delays have increased considerably across the UK courts system. From divorce proceedings to land registry, wait times are rising. This has naturally been compounded by the global pandemic, although issues have been present for much longer. Experts estimate […]
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When you are looking to buy a property it can include a lot of information, procedures, and processes which you may not have been aware of before the process began. One of the most important processes that you should be aware of is conveyancing which is the legal process of transferring ownership of a property […]
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To ensure that the people you trust can make important decisions on your behalf when you are unable to, you must make sure that you have the appropriate documents ready. It is, for this reason, we advise our clients to make sure they have a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). Here at Ratcliffes Solicitors, […]
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It is very unfortunate that many of us will be affected by physical or mental incapacity at some stage in our lives. The Alzheimer’s Society estimates that in 2021 there will be 1 million people suffering from dementia in the UK and unfortunately this is continuing to rise due to increasing life expectancy. Having an […]
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