With an ageing population and the increased fear of having to sell the family home to pay for care, many people are being exploited by commercial firms offering risky schemes to supposedly protect the home from care fees. When a person requires care, usually the Local Authority will assess that person’s income and capital to […]
Unfortunately, we have seen many instances where a parent has refused to return a child to the other parent following contact. This can be extremely traumatic for the parent that is left not knowing what they can do legally to have their child returned to them. Below is guidance on steps that you can take […]
In short, YES! When thinking of making a Will it is best to always use a Solicitor, but there are occasions when not just any Solicitor will do. A Solicitor should discuss the options available to you when making a Will and the pros and cons of each method, to enable you to decide which […]
We all know that it is best to plan ahead where possible, but sometimes even with the best will in the world, most of us do not plan for every eventuality. Life often throws curveballs that we were just not expecting – an accident or a sudden illness and life suddenly can look very different. […]
A Will can help to protect your loved ones after you die and ensure that your assets are dealt with in a way that you choose, rather than how the law states. Here we detail why it is important to make a Will, no matter what your circumstances, and the top reasons for making a […]
Christmas is seen as a happy and joyous occasion for the most of us however for some, the festive period brings increased tension, financial strain and conflict within the home. Over Christmas in 2020, nationwide reports of Domestic violence rose nearly two-fold, increasing from 200,000 before Christmas to 369,000 in January 2021. The Guardian have […]
The vast majority of people make more than one Will over the course of their lifetime. It is important to review your Will from time to time, but always in the following circumstances: You get married or enter into a civil partnership If your Will was not stated to be made in […]
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