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Highlighting Upcoming Companies House Changes

Devil in the detail with new identity checks for directors  Company directors are being urged to prepare for a major change, as Companies House introduces new identity checks for those setting up, running or owning UK businesses. The new identity...
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Homeowner's Appeal Against Rectification of Title Succeeds

The register of a property's title can be rectified if it contains a mistake. The question of what constitutes proof of a mistake was the subject of a recent case in which the Upper Tribunal (UT) allowed a homeowner's appeal against a decision that title...
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Cyclist Hit by Car Obtains £370,000 Compensation

A cyclist who sustained a serious leg injury after she was hit by a car has secured a compensation settlement. The accident happened when the driver of the car failed to give way at a roundabout. The cyclist was knocked off her bike and fractured her right...
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FTT Rules Leaseholder Must Pay Service Charges

Both landlords and tenants can apply to the First-tier Tribunal (FTT) for a determination of whether a service charge is payable. Recently, a landlord was successful in applying for a determination that a leaseholder was liable to pay it £11,371 in...
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Debt Collection - Know Your Rights and Access Legal Support

Being contacted about a debt can feel overwhelming — especially if you're unsure whether you owe the money, how to respond, or what powers a creditor has. Whether the debt is small or large, seeking the right legal advice can make a significant...
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Unfair Dismissal - Understanding Your Rights and Responsibilities

Being dismissed from a job is never easy, but it can be especially distressing if you believe the decision was unjust. In the UK, employment law provides protection to ensure dismissals are carried out fairly and for valid reasons. Unfair dismissal occurs...
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Former Press Operator Secures Hearing Loss Damages

A woman who formerly worked as a tin plate press operator has obtained damages after suffering from noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). The woman had worked for her employer for six years, working five days a week. Her job involved stamping out tin lids and...
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ICO Publishes New Guidance on Disclosing Documents Securely

The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has published new guidance to help organisations disclosing documents to the public to do so securely , minimising the risk of accidental breaches of personal information. Many organisations regularly need to...
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Court Rules Man's Life-Sustaining Treatment Should Continue

When deciding what is in the best interests of a patient who lacks capacity to make decisions about their care, the courts will take into account any wishes and feelings expressed by the patient as well as the medical evidence. Recently, the Court of...
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£75,000 for Former Moulder Who Developed Asbestosis

A man who had spent several months working in a factory where asbestos was used has obtained compensation after he later developed asbestosis. His employer manufactured a number of products made with asbestos, including heated flue pipes and roofing...
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