Landlords today face a bewildering array of regulations. Many are centred around tenant safety and might be thought matters of common sense or good practice, but any breach could lead variously to a fine, compensation claim, a Prohibition Notice requiring...
When I am taking instructions for wills, I ask my clients if they own any property and if so, whether it is owned in their sole name or jointly. Many married and cohabiting couples own their home jointly and I am often met with blank or confused...
Landlords today face a bewildering array of regulations. Many are centred around tenant safety and might be thought matters of common sense or good practice, but any breach could lead variously to a fine, compensation claim, a Prohibition Notice requiring...
None of us want to imagine a time when we are no longer capable of making our own decisions. Yet as medical advances enable us to live longer, the chances of needing help later in life increase. Do you know who would manage your finances or make...
In October 2017, important changes were made to the Family Court’s guidance for children cases where domestic abuse has been alleged. The guidance was issued after widespread criticism that the family courts were not going far enough to protect the...
Landlords today face a bewildering array of regulations. Many are centred around tenant safety and might be thought matters of common sense or good practice, but any breach could lead variously to a fine, compensation claim, a Prohibition Notice requiring...
Chattertons strive to give clear, comprehensive and practical advice – with that in mind, here are six helpful tips to assist your organisation in working towards keeping your data secure for GDPR compliance. Data Mapping In order to comply with...
The horrifying crime of Female Genital Mutilation (or “FGM”) has been back in the spotlight recently. A channel 4 documentary, “The FGM Detectives”, has been following the work of a Bristol based detective chief inspector and her...
It’s that time of year again when business owners and HR professionals are busy getting to grips with impending changes in employment law. This year is no exception and there are a number of changes to be aware of. In this article, we...
Landlords today face a bewildering array of regulations. Many are centred around tenant safety and might be thought matters of common sense or good practice, but any breach could lead variously to a fine, compensation claim, a Prohibition Notice requiring...
A leading chain of Lincolnshire solicitors has been named as “One to Watch” in this year’s Sunday Times survey of the 100 best companies to work for. Staff at Chattertons Solicitors & Wealth Management, which has eight branches across...