Existing and would-be homeowners have been warned that a little-known conveyancing law could prevent them securing a mortgage on a property – and affect its marketability when they sell. Adrian Morley, a specialist in residential…
Why new energy laws may slash the value of your property
Many homeowners and landlords are unaware that new laws designed to make homes and commercial premises more energy efficient could have a negative impact on the value of their properties, Rob Howells, a specialist in…
New legislation that could prevent you from re-claiming legal aid
People suing for personal injuries such as ‘whiplash’ will no longer be able to claim back the legal costs after a court case, when a new law is passed in April 2020 – will this…
Why franchising could be the right option for you
It can represent an efficient way to quickly grow an existing business – or a low risk way of becoming your own boss. Franchising is growing rapidly in the UK, with good reason. The UK…
A high-profile ruling but heterosexual civil partnerships are still illegal
A recent high-profile ruling by the Supreme Court case stated that restricting civil partnerships to same-sex couples is discriminatory – but heterosexual couples still cannot enter into civil partnerships, as this remains illegal until the…
Law firm encourages businesses to consider franchising for growth
Swansea law firm Hutchinson Thomas held a special seminar on Friday June 8 to showcase the benefits of franchising for business – as well as the potential pitfalls. Hutchinson Thomas is the only law firm in South…
Sahara trek forces a reassessment of the meaning of a work-life balance
Debbie Richards, a partner at law firm Hutchinson Thomas, has described how completing a gruelling, once in a lifetime, five-day trek through the Sahara Desert, has completely changed her outlook on life and forced her…
Commercial property sector remains bullish before Brexit
Commercial conveyancing within the property sector remains in a positive frame of mind about Brexit, with the majority of business leaders confident about the future when the country leaves the European Union in March 2019….
Interest in pre-nup agreements sky rockets in Wales
Pre-nup agreements, once considered the curiosity of wealthy celebrities, have become increasingly popular in Wales, with Welsh law firm, Hutchinson Thomas, saying that enquiries which once came just twice a year, had recently sky rocketed…
Fighting for drivers’ rights to compensation
Along with lawyers across the country, Hutchinson Thomas is fighting to ensure that individuals involved in car accidents will get a fair chance at compensation. Despite it not being common knowledge, just around the corner…