In a move aimed at reducing the burden on the family court system and improving access to justice, the UK government has just proposed the introduction of compulsory mediation for “low level” family disputes. The…
Widow who was left out of her husband’s will wins in the High Court
The High Court has found in favour of an 83-year-old widow who contested the will of her husband of 66 years, awarding her a share of his estate, valued at more than £1 million. In…
What is contentious probate – and why might you challenge a will?
Contentious probate refers to a dispute relating to the way a deceased person’s estate is administered. Put simply, it is a disagreement that occurs after someone has passed away about the validity of their will…
Digital copyright: Does AI software violate copyright law?
Digital technologies have radically changed the way creative content is produced, distributed and accessed. Copyright law, in a digital sense, can exist over assets such as web content, documents, databases and recordings, as well as…
Fundraising ‘Wear Red’ day for Velindre Cancer Charity
We are proud to have raised £443 to help Velindre Cancer Charity provide specialist treatment and supportive care to cancer patients and their families. Our team raised the funds through a raffle, baking cakes and…
What happens if I break a settlement agreement?
If you are leaving your employment or are in dispute with your employer, you may have been offered a settlement agreement. Settlement agreements differ depending on the type of employment, but the basis of the…
Assistant Solicitor, Sylwia Zaczek, joins ELA Junior Committee
We are delighted to announce that one of our most recently qualified solicitors, Sylwia Zaczek, has just been selected as a member of the Employment Law Association (ELA) Junior Committee. The Employment Lawyers Association (ELA)…
What are the new UK Government ‘anti-strike’ laws?
While the UK is being impacted by widespread strike action from rail workers, postal workers, teachers, nurses and other NHS staff over issues regarding pay and conditions, the Government is pressing ahead with new legislation…
New laws for 2023 you need to be aware of
There are several new and amended laws coming into effect during 2023, some of which came into force on January 1st this year. Though much of the new legislation has been discussed for some time,…
Restrictive covenants ruling: what does it mean for franchise agreements?
Restrictions which seek to regulate a party’s conduct after a contractual agreement comes to an end are often a feature of franchise agreements. They are also commonplace in a wide spectrum of commercial contracts, including…