by Sarah Bott | Apr 28, 2021 | Employment Law, Free Advice, Property
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...
by PGM Solicitors | Jan 22, 2020 | Uncategorized, Wills
Many people are under the misapprehension that there is no need for them to make a Will as their spouse will inherit everything. However, under the Intestacy Rules, a spouse or civil partner will only inherit the whole estate if the deceased has no children. If the...
by PGM Solicitors | Apr 17, 2019 | Conveyancing
If your property is still leasehold, the clock is ticking. If you have less than 60 years left to go on your lease you should seriously consider buying the freehold. With a leasehold, as a leaseholder, you just have the right to use the property. You do not own the...
by PGM Solicitors | Jan 9, 2019 | Divorce, Family Law
The first month of the New Year is reportedly the most popular time of year to file for divorce and the PGM family team always see a rise in new cases after the festive season. We also see increasing numbers of people approaching us following attempts to keep the cost...
by PGM Solicitors | Sep 3, 2018 | Legal, Property, Property Conveyancing
Japanese Knotweed has again been in the news recently. As usual it is not good news. For the benefit of the very few of you who may not know the background, Japanese Knotweed is an invasive plant introduced into the UK. It is very common in many parts of the country,...