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Knot again!
Japanese Knotweed has been back in the media lately. An invasive plant notoriously difficult to get rid of. It was originally introduced into the UK by the Victorians as an ornamental plant. It was then used to strengthen structures such as railway embankments and...
Royal Mail wins dog bite appeal
The Royal Mail has won a High Court appeal after the owner of a "boxer-type" dog which bit a postman's finger as he pushed mail through a letterbox was cleared of committing a crime. Mr Watson was accused of being the owner of a dog which was dangerously out of...
Pay less notices
Payment in the construction industry has been a hot-topic for many years. Whether it’s payment between employer and main contractor, or among main contractors and subcontractors, the chance of a dispute remains higher in construction than it does in most industries. A...
Cohabitation – moving in but not yet married? What you need to know…
Moving in with your partner or buying a house together, when you are not yet married needs a little extra thought before proceeding. From a legal point of view, there are a few things to consider: Ownership If the house is not in your name, you are at risk if your...
10 things to know about flexible working
For the first time in seven years, work-life balance has trumped salary as the main thing prospective employees look for in a job. Research by Randstad revealed that 65% of workers ranked it as the most important consideration when looking for a new role. The way we...
Future proof your business with a written agreement…
Amidst the doom and gloom of the enforced lockdown due to COVID, there were also many heartening stories of new businesses being founded. Many of these businesses were started by friends, or maybe an existing business had to reinvent itself in order to survive. In...
Tradesperson disputes – top tips to avoid them!
During the lockdown period, thousands of people took the opportunity to repair and upgrade their homes. Often, tradespeople were employed to carry out these works. However, what happens if you engage the services of a seemingly reputable tradesman and things do not...
No-fault divorce (update)
The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 (which will be implemented in Autumn 2021) will now allow couples, for the very first time, to apply for a divorce order by stating that the marriage has broken down irretrievably. There will be no requirement to...
Noisy neighbours?
Following on from our last blog re boundary disputes, our latest insight highlights the other common problem areas you may find yourself in with the neighbour next door. With over a year of lockdown behind us and more people working/spending time at home, tensions...
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