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…
Working from home: the legal requirements
During 2020, the world witnessed a historic shift in the way most desk-based, office located work has been done. The swift, unforeseen arrival of the Covid-19 pandemic meant that businesses had to respond rapidly, and…
Settlement Agreement – do I have to sign one?
If your employer has asked you to sign a settlement agreement when leaving the company, it’s usually accompanied by a financial offer. Accepting the agreement means you will be restricted from making a future claim…
From Furlough to Redundancy – What Process Should Welsh Employers Follow?
The Government’s Furlough Scheme has now been extended to September 2021, enabling employers to continue to reduce their costs while their businesses either cannot operate or cannot operate at full capacity. While we have seen…
Important case highlights the complexities of probate law
One of our partners, Simon Thomas – ACTAPS member and specialist in contentious probate and trusts here at Hutchinson Thomas, was involved (successfully instructing the defendant) in a highly unusual and complex case which was…
Wearing a face covering indoors: what are the legal requirements?
The wearing of face masks in indoor public spaces became a legal requirement in Wales on Monday 14th September 2020. However, there is still some confusion amongst the wider public as to the locations the…
Is it misconduct for an employee to make a covert recording?
It may be a question at the back of many employers’ minds: what if an employee makes a covert recording in the workplace? There has been a light shone on this topic in the recent…