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Court reform gives stronger protection for victims and witnesses

Court reform gives stronger protection for victims and witnesses

Vulnerable victims and witnesses will no longer have to appear in court under new plans to roll out pre-trial evidence sessions.

How you could end up paying HMRC’s legal costs

How you could end up paying HMRC’s legal costs

A recent case has brought to light a situation in which taxpayers were required to pay HMRC’s legal costs for defending the case as well as the VAT which was under dispute.

Is working part of your retirement plan?

Is working part of your retirement plan?

A recent study has found that more people aged over 65 are continuing to work after they officially retire.

The scammers won’t go away, so be careful out there!

The scammers won’t go away, so be careful out there!

It’s an unfortunate truth of the computer age that, as the software developed to protect your identity and sensitive information improves, so the methods of those trying to defraud you become ever more effective.

"Alternative investments":

"Alternative investments":

from children’s books to memorabilia
A guide to ethical funds

A guide to ethical funds

Ethical funds are also known as green funds or socially responsible investment (SRI) funds, and are categorised as funds where the investment choices are shaped by criteria linked to social, environmental and other ethical issues.
The importance of having a Will in place

The importance of having a Will in place

Despite the fact that having a Will in place is commonly accepted as the most effective way to leave details about your inheritance, the number of people who don’t have one is remarkably high.

A "conditional fee agreement" is a contract

A "conditional fee agreement" is a contract

Beware of signing a conditional fee agreement with your solicitor unless you fully intend to place yourself in their hands.
Who pays for the qualified nurses in a care home?

Who pays for the qualified nurses in a care home?

The Court of Appeal recently made a significant ruling on who should pay for the care that state funded residents should receive.

What Happens if I Don't Have a Will?

What Happens if I Don't Have a Will?

What’s the worst that could happen if you don’t have a Will? Our expert Wills solicitors have explain what can happen, in simple terms, in our guide.

Protect yourself as a property owner

Protect yourself as a property owner

A guide on how to protect yourself as a property owner.

The Ultimate Guide to Moving House

The Ultimate Guide to Moving House

The Guide to Moving House contains all the information you need to get you started with your move.

Britain Takes Back Control. Or Does It?

Britain Takes Back Control. Or Does It?

Two announcements, coming little more than an hour apart, sent the UK political system and economy into wholly uncharted waters.
Do employers care about their employees financial well-being?

Do employers care about their employees financial well-being?

A recent study has found that only one in three employees believes their employer cares about their financial wellness.