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A bonus for shared ownership buyers

First-time buyers who bought a shared ownership property in the last twelve months should check if they are due a refund on any stamp duty paid.

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Greater protection for pregnant women and new parents

New proposals to give pregnant women and new mothers returning to work greater protection from being treated unfairly were published in January by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS).

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Equality takes centre stage for employers

The #TimesUp campaign has captured headlines with its push for greater diversity and equality in Hollywood and the entertainment sector, but these shifting attitudes are mirrored in legislative changes in the UK which will affect employers in the coming months.

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Soaring fees set deadline for executors and estate planning

Controversial court fees which have been branded a stealth tax on bereaved families are expected to prompt a surge in probate applications before the hike hits. The new banded fee structure will see the cost of probate soar by thousands of pounds for higher value estates.

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Brexit and employment law

Whichever side of the Brexit fence you sit on, there is no doubt that Brexit has the potential for far reaching implications for the UK.

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Parental bereavement (leave and pay)

On 13 September 2018, a new workplace right to paid leave for bereaved parents was implemented.

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Checking your employment status

Checking your employment status and understanding it is essential, as it determines your legal rights, tax obligations, and benefits.

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What is the reasonableness test?

The Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977 (UCTA) protects consumers and parties with lesser bargaining power from unfair or unreasonable contractual provisions.

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Step-families and succession planning

With increasing rates of re-marriage and the resulting blended families, parents need to take action if they wish to protect children from a previous relationship's inheritance.

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How could your corporate commercial lawyer make or break your business?

Every good corporate commercial lawyer truly appreciates that your business is your legacy, not simply your job. Corporate lawyer Evangelos Kyveris looks at the essential qualities to look for when choosing a corporate commercial lawyer.

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The road ahead for Businesses

Corporate partner Victoria Holland looks at the road ahead for businesses.

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Financial planning for cohabiting couples

As of 2021, 3.6 million couples in the UK chose to cohabit rather than get married or enter a civil partnership.

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