Before signing up to any legal contract, you will want to know the full scope of the agreement and whether you or your organisation will be best served by entering into it. In this article,…
Need to make a personal injury claim? Here is everything you need to know.
Personal injury is a specialised area of law, and personal injury solicitors see a wide range of clients covering a massive range of situations, including: Workplace injuries (such as slips and trips, hazardous substance exposure,…
Why boundary disputes arise and how to avoid them
A boundary dispute can arise for many different reasons and can often result in a long, drawn-out disagreement between neighbours. In this article, Peter Morgan, managing partner at Hutchinson Thomas, explains how disputes can arise…
Driving under the influence: the penalties you could face
Pubs, cafes and restaurants in Wales will close at 6pm from Friday 4 December 2020 and will be banned from serving alcohol, under new hard-line measures designed to curb the rise in COVID-19 infections. Though…
New year, new business: Six of the best reasons to become a franchisee
If you are considering taking on a new business venture, becoming a franchisee could be your best option. In this article, Darren Davies, partner at Hutchinson Thomas, explains six of the best things about becoming…
Settlement agreements: an employee’s guide
Has your employer offered you a settlement agreement? Are you facing redundancy and want to know your rights regarding redundancy pay? Simon Thomas, partner at Hutchinson Thomas and employment law expert, explains what a settlement…
The redundancy process – a guide for employers
As the Government’s Job Retention Scheme has now been extended to March 2021, Welsh businesses now have a slightly longer window to explore how their business fares after the latest nation-wide lockdown. However, with the…
Divorce and spousal entitlement: how are assets divided?
Divorce is a very difficult, emotional and uncertain time for all concerned. In many cases, one or both partners will worry about the financial impact of splitting up and wonder how they will cope without…
Business health check: are your company’s legal requirements up to date?
How healthy is your business? Finances aren’t the only thing to worry about. Without a regular review of company policies and T&Cs, you could run into legal problems. Darren Davies, Partner at Hutchinson Thomas, explains…
Lockdowns and Breakdowns: How Our Family Law Solicitors are supporting clients during COVID-19
It’s being touted online that marriage breakdowns are increasing due to COVID 19 and that visits to family law solicitors are on the rise – but is that true? Robert Williams, Senior Partner and Family…