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The Intestacy Rules

In July 2023, the statutory legacy due to a surviving spouse or civil partner under the Intestacy Rules increased from £270,000 to £322,000.

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Fire and rehire – is it a good idea?

The Government is analysing feedback on its draft statutory Code of Practice tackling the use of 'fire and rehire'. But what does this mean to employers?

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A step towards family and maternity leave security

The Protection from Redundancy (Pregnancy and Family Leave) Bill 2022-23 is to be heard before the Lords on 19 May 2023.

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Significant duties set to fall on employers

The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill. A Private Members' Bill (Ballot Bill) which originated in the House of Commons, Session 2022-23

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National Pet Month – Have you got a pet-nup in place?

National Pet Month runs from April 1 - May 1 2023, and aims to promote responsible pet ownership. As a nation, we love our pets, and with more than half of households in the UK owning at least one pet, pets are a huge part of our lives for many of us.

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Home visits for wills, LPAs and other sensitive topics

If you are considering a meeting with solicitors, attending an office can be daunting especially if you want to discuss something as personal as your will, LPA or have recently suffered a bereavement. In addition, maintaining emotions can be difficult especially in a busy professional setting.

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Divorce: Disentangling the family home

In the whirlwind of emotions and challenges that follow a divorce, the fate of the family home takes centre stage. It is not just the financial value of the house but the profound personal and emotional significance it holds at the heart of family life.

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Redundancy facts and fictions

What every employer and employee should know!

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Terms and conditions for small businesses

An essential guide!

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High temperatures in the workplace

A Growing Challenge for Employers

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Compulsory purchase – what does this mean?

Owners have a right to peaceful enjoyment of their property. However, there can be occasions when that right is overcome, forcing the owner to sell up and move out. One such occasion is when the owner receives a Compulsory Purchase Order.

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Legal jargon in wills: understanding your will

When preparing a will, it's common to encounter legal jargon that might be confusing. This article aims to clarify those terms, ensuring you understand your will completely.

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