Surveys carried out by www.which.co.uk show that half of the population does not have a Will. Furthermore, people put off making a Will, often until they are in their 50’s. This leaves a sizeable number uncovered, not to mention those who die young. Making a Will lets you leave clear instructions about how your estate is to…
Employment Solicitor John Porter offers advice on issues surrounding retirement: It used to be the case that when an employee reached the national retirement age he or she could be forced to retire. This is no longer the case. Since April 2011 it has become unlawful to force someone out of work simply because they…
Beware of the Break Clause Our team of property lawyers say that it is not uncommon for a lease of commercial property to contain a break clause in favour of the tenant. It is, however essential that any tenant with the benefit of a break clause is able to exercise it, otherwise the tenant may be left…
The recent decision by the local authority in Rotherham to remove children from the care of foster carers who were members of UKIP raises a number of concerns about what happens to children when they cannot be placed or remain in the care of their parents. In the first place the Children Act 1989 makes it clear…
Age Discrimination It use to be the case that when an Employee reached the national retirement age he or she could be forced to retire. This is no longer the case. Since April 2011 it has become unlawful to force someone out of work simply because they have reached a particular age. This now falls…