by Sarah Bott | May 24, 2022 | Divorce, Family Law, Free Advice, Legal
With the introduction of no-fault divorce, many couples are still unaware that when you have gone through the final steps of divorce, finances can still be claimed by your ex-partner until a Financial Order is made by the Court. A Consent Order is recommended for this...
by Sarah Bott | May 11, 2022 | Legal, Property
In July 2022 the Welsh Government are introducing changes to the way properties will be rented. The Renting Homes Act 2016 is set to change how properties are rented, managed and lived in in Wales. It affects both the social and private rented sectors. Who will be...
by Michael Green | Feb 16, 2022 | Construction, Employment Law, Free Advice, Legal, Legal Clinics
Contractors are being warned to clarify the status of ‘self-employed’ following a landmark Supreme Court ruling that saw Gary Smith a Pimlico Plumbers worker, win a claim for £74,000 in holiday back pay. The heating engineer who claimed he was owed holiday pay by...
by Sarah Bott | Feb 3, 2022 | Family Law, Free Advice, Legal, Legal Clinics, Property
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: First up is the Cohabitation Agreement – a legal document between...
by Michael Green | Jan 12, 2022 | Employment Law, Legal
National Minimum Wage The National Minimum Wage will increase on 6 April 2022. The new pay rates will be as follows: National living wage (age 23 or over): £9.50 per hour Age 21 to 22: £9.18 per hour Age 18 to 20: £6.83 per hour Age 16 to 17: £4.81 per hour Apprentice...
by Sarah Bott | Jan 6, 2022 | Divorce, Legal, Legal Clinics
A long-awaited ‘no fault’ divorce law comes into effect on 6 April 2022, meaning married couples wanting a divorce will no longer have to blame anyone for the relationship breakdown. Under current legislation married couples and couples in civil...
