There is growing concern about the increasing cost of care and the uncertainty surrounding who it should be funded by. As of July 2024, the average weekly cost in a residential care home is £1,160. The UK average for a nursing home is closer to £1,410 per week. This...
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Can a beneficiary challenge an executor of a will?
An executor is an individual who has been appointed to administer the deceased’s estate in accordance with a will. But what can a beneficiary do if they feel that the executor is not doing what they should? | Executors’ duties The duties of an executor, or personal...
Challenging a will – contentious probate claims
One of the benefits of making a will is that there is certainty surrounding your wishes on your death. Unfortunately, however, wills (or the lack of a will) can sometimes result in a dispute between the deceased’s loved ones. We look at the most common situations, and...
Noise and smell nuisance claims: Case update
The recent decision handed down in Ray v Windrush, lays down important guidance for claims against neighbours for smells and noise.| What can you do if a neighbouring business causes you problems with its noise or smell?As a first port of call, your local council may...
Restrictions on serving statutory demands easing for commercial landlords
For many industries in the UK, it has been ‘business as usual’ following the easing of Covid restrictions. Of course most of the population are now happy to see their favourite establishments back open for business. However, questions remain on the minds of commercial...
What to do if someone sues you
We often write about how to start different types of claims. But how about if you receive a letter before action, or are served with court papers? It can feel very stressful and sometimes overwhelming. In our experience, it is important to act quickly and to be...
Commercial rent arrears recovery: Reliefs continue until March 2022
At the time of writing, we are 18 months on from the World Health Organisation’s announcement of the global Pandemic. On 14 June 2021, the Government announced that it would be pushing back the lifting of all restrictions. This has brought about a flurry of related...