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Jayne Harrison, Head of Employment at Chattertons, is holding an ‘Employers obligations’ workshop at our Grantham office on Thursday 18th September. The usual price for this event is £10. To attend the workshop absolutely FREE simply like...
Children will be given a greater voice in the family justice system so that they can tell judges how they feel and what they think about the family disputes in which they are involved. Liz Graham , a partner and head of the Family Department at...
Do you belong to a group, a social club or an association? Would you like us to come and talk to you about any key legal subject free of charge? Our specialist teams have a wealth of experience and knowledge which they would like to share with you. Subjects...
Chattertons Solicitors are proud to sponsor the ‘Business Person of the Year’ award at this years Newark Business Awards which will be held at Kelham Hall on Tuesday 1st December 2014. The evening is a fantastic opportunity to socialise with...
As part of the Gravity Fields festival in Grantham a moveable feast is taking place on Thursday 25th September. The evening will begin with a drinks reception, sponsored by Chattertons, at the Angel and Royal. The night will then take the guests on a...
Chattertons Solicitors are proud to sponsor the ‘Business of the Year’ award at this years Boston Business Awards. The awards evening will be held on Thursday 27th November at the Princess Royal Sports Arena, where there is plenty of parking. The...
The Supreme Court ruled recently that damages could not be awarded to a disabled passenger for distress and injury to feelings caused during air travel. The claimant in this case was severely disabled and a permanent wheel-chair user. On booking flights for...
Tuesday night saw a comprehensive victory for the Chattertons Cricket Team against Moore Thompson Accountants of Spalding. A nine wicket victory was fully deserved with a good all round team performance. Having won the toss Moore Thompson chose to bat....
We invite you to join us for our Charity Scalextric Night in Spalding on Thursday 2nd October at Spalding Scalextric. £25 per person includes 8 games and food. All monies raised will go to LEBBS. Please contact Emily on 01636 673731 or e mail ...
As a landlord of residential property you have certain responsibilities when it comes to protecting your tenant’s deposit. Failing to do so can result in hefty pay-outs or not being able to get possession when you want to, so make sure you are...
On Thursday 26th June three members of staff from our Lincoln office embarked on a 100 mile bike ride for charity. Having not cycled this distance before it was set to be a challenge but in true Chattertons spirit we knew we could trust in them to persevere....
Victoria Reeds qualified as a solicitor in 2012 after completing her training contract with Chattertons. After studying in Kent, Leeds and Leicester Victoria went on to work for large national law firms in Manchester and London before relocating to...
Whiplash claims are on the rise, fact or fiction? Despite what many people may think this statement is untrue but as claims decrease insurers and the government are introducing new measures to clamp down on fraudulent claims. The most common type of injury...
On Wednesday 11th June we donated 1000 pencils to one of the schools local to our Newark office, Flintham Primary School, we hope they enjoy using them! ...
The 2014 World Cup started on Thursday 12 June and will finish on Sunday 13 July. This means that 64 matches are being played over the course of the competition. But is this going to cause you a problem as an employer? It is likely that some of your...
Stuart Newell has recently joined our corporate commercial department. Having served a wide range of commercial clients, including banks, building societies, property developers and house-builders, Stuart will be able to use his experience and knowledge...
Some of the staff from the Lincoln office met former West Indies cricket player, Sir Garfield Sobers, on Friday. He is considered to be one of cricket’s greatest all-rounders and the team were thrilled to meet him. ...
Age may be just a number, but for some employees it does not feel that way. The Equality Act 2010 has made it unlawful to discriminate, harass or victimise an employee because of their age, make sure you and your employees know where to draw the line. In...
Tenants should take note of a Court of Appeal decision that emphasises the need to pay close attention to all the requirements of a break clause, including the formal requirements, and to follow them precisely. The court held that a notice purporting to...
One of our employment specialists, James Hazel hosted a seminar at our Lincoln office regarding the Equality Act today. His intimate approach proved to be popular with the delegates and the positive feedback was great! Here are some of the comments… ...
Today we visited Elston Primary School to donate 1000 pencils. Having received a batch of our pencils in the wrong colour we thought who better to benefit than the local children, we hope they enjoy them!...
Come along and join us at the Rotary Skittles evening. You can either bring your own team (3) or can allocate you to a team on the night. When - Friday 13 June Time - 6.45pm for a 7pm start Where - Chattertons Solicitors, Newark Cost -...
Watch this space to find out how much the girls raised when they ran the Race For Life! ...
What are the financial implications for you if you have decided to separate or divorce? Here are some ideas for making sure that you are prepared... For many couples considering a permanent separation, not only is there the divorce itself to deal with, but...
Do you understand who can make a claim if they have been cut out of an inheritance and how to go about these proceedings? Introduction Section 1 of the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 (“the Act”) allows certain...
Buying a house is probably the biggest single investment you will ever make financially. Read our thirteen top tips to help you avoid buying something that turns out to be a “money pit”! TIP ONE Never buy unseen. The more often you view a...
Do you own a business or work for the minimum wage? Make sure you are aware of changes to the national minimum wage enforcement policy. The Department for Business Innovation & Skills’ (BIS) has updated its policy on the national minimum wage...
Is a neighbour or business causing you problems? The principles of private nuisance have recently changed so make sure you know your rights. The Supreme Court has recently delivered an important judgment on the principles of private nuisance. The case...
Chattertons lost their grip on the Duncan & Toplis trophy in a match played at Gorse Lane, Grantham on the evening of 13 May. A delayed start due to rain saw the match format change from a 20-20 format to each side bowling 12 eight ball overs. Having...
David Young is delighted to have joined Chattertons Mckinnells. David originally worked in the retail, banking and hospitality sectors before deciding to prastice law. David underwent his legal training with a well known Lincolnshire firm. David then took up...
Chattertons will be hosting a charity bowling evening on Thursday 10th July at the Lincoln Bowl in Washingborough. The event will raise money for our charity of the year, LEBBS, Lincolnshire Emergency Blood Bike Service. To enter please complete and...
We invite you to join us for our Charity Bowling Evening in Lincoln on Thursday 10th July at the Lincoln Bowl, Washingborough. £50 per team of 3 including shoes, 2 games and buffet. All monies raised will go to LEBBS. Please contact Emily on...
Are you going to the Lincolnshire Show? If so why not come along to our marquee on 5th Avenue, Ringside and join us for refreshments. Here at Chattertons we do not shy away from change or adventure as we welcome Kelham Hall to join us on both...
Do you worry about losing your home to pay for future care? Fear not as the government and UK insurance industry are changing the way you can prepare for your care needs. By understanding and planning for long term care costs you will be able to ensure the...
Are you aware of Government changes to main residence relief also known as PPR? From April 2014 relief will only be available for 18 months as apposed to the current period of 3 years. For Capital Gains Tax purposes the Government are adapting the current...
Should you be recording your interviews and disciplinary hearings? Do you know how secret recordings stand up in court? Recent cases have seen recordings made in secret used as evidence in court. However there are certain sanctions to control these...
The UK court of Appeal has ruled that general accountants are under no obligation to advise clients to enter aggressive tax avoidance schemes. Hossein Mehjoo came to Britain from Iran at the age of 12 and was granted asylum in 1982. After a successful...
The judge in a nuisance case in relation to noise generated by a local business raised some very interesting issues which could have relevance to those considering similar types of action. In this case, a local resident complained about noise nuisance from...
Robert Clark presented the Green Achievement Award to the winners 'Blue Castle' at the Grantham Business Awards on Wednesday night. It was an excellent evening show casing Grantham’s Business Community. ...
Richard Ludlow, Jonathan Blythe and Tristy Pateman from our Stamford office took part in the Handelsbanken Charity Bowling, raising £2,500.50 for Barnardo's. ...
Are you worried about your property being used for fraudulent purposes? The Land Registry now has a free service to help you. The Land Registry has launched a property alert service in a bid to fight property fraud. The new service allows owners to...
Do you benefit from Principal Private Residence Relief? If so, the Government has announced restrictions to become effective in April. The Government has announced restrictions on main residence relief for Capital Gains Tax purposes. The relief is generally...
Have you used the new postcode information service yet which covers your area? A free-to-use UK postcode information service has been launched which can be used by prospective buyers to find out large volumes of information about a locality before they even...
If you find yourself going to court for whatever reason, make sure you have complied with all the regulations as it may be a costly error if you have not. The Courts have traditionally been fairly relaxed about compliance with Court Orders and time limits....
Would secret recordings in a disciplinary hearing stand up in court if the case went that far? In the Amwell View School Governors v Dogherty case, a teacher was dismissed for gross misconduct. She claimed unfair dismissal and produced private tape...
Does your business occupy a property with a value of less than £12,000? If so, you could be entitled to Business Rate Relief until 31 March 2015. An amendment to The Non-Domestic Rating Small Business Rate Relief has been made and came into force on...
Are you thinking of moving house? Don’t leave your instructions to a Solicitor until after you’ve agreed a sale. Contact them when your house goes on the market. One of the UK’s largest independent estate agent networks has released...
If you live with a partner but are not married, did you know they will not receive anything if you die without a Will? A Will is a document which sets out what will happen to all your assets when you die. By making a Will, you can decide how they will be...
Do you have a boundary dispute with a neighbour? Are you unsure of exactly where the boundary line is? Boundary disputes are a major drain on both your time and finances and are best avoided. Sometimes, however, you have to take a stand and it is then that...
