Insights 10 December 2015
Landlords should be cautious about using electronic signatures
Given the practical advantages of signing documents by “electronic signature” what are the risks for landlords and letting agents
Insights 8 December 2015
The complexities of splitting pensions on divorce
Although most people do know that pensions are included in matrimonial assets to be divided on divorce, they remain a complex part of divorce law. The...
Insights 24 November 2015
When does a contract dispute become whistleblowing?
A recent ruling by the Employment Appeals Tribunal in Underwood v Wincanton has shone a light on the broadening definition of “public interest” protec...
Insights 20 November 2015
Cool and collaborative, or contested and stressful?
Separation is never an easy decision or process, but there are ways of keeping it amicable and adult
Insights 18 November 2015
What should you consider when divorcing later in life?
“Silver splitters” may have more to consider on divorce than younger couples. Pensions are a complex element of the assets to be split on divorce, and...
Insights 10 November 2015
Significant UK Supreme Court ruling on interpretation of commercial contracts
The UK Supreme Court recently ruled on the interpretation of a lease that had potentially disastrous implications for the tenants. It was held that, d...
Insights 23 October 2015
Can you discriminate against a company?
The Equality Act 2010 prevents discrimination by a person against another person, however what is the situation when it is a company complaining of di...
Insights 20 October 2015
Supreme Court divorce ruling – there are consequences for concealing assets
The recent Supreme Court ruling in the cases of Mrs Gohil and Mrs Sharland is a landmark decision which demonstrates that dishonesty when agreeing a d...
Insights 15 October 2015
The law dry? Not at all…
Over the last 200 years our lawyers have heard many fascinating stories as they have advised on and resolved a wide range of people’s life issues. He...
