Mediating disputes: “To jaw-jaw is always better than to war-war”
Winston Churchill wasn’t known for his pacifist tendencies. Neither was he referring to civil litigation when he uttered the above words. However, since the case of Halsey v Milton Keynes General NHS Trust in 2004 – which decided that “to oblige truly unwilling parties to refer their disputes to mediation would be to impose an […]
The Debate over Police Body-cam evidence in Domestic Violence Cases
I read with interest an article published in The Times recently which was in relation to the debate over a bid to use police body-worn video camera evidence in domestic violence cases, even when witnesses have withdrawn their allegations. Including such evidence is a significant step in this area and a huge step for victims in terms […]
Helen Crossland quoted in The Daily Mail
Helen told the Mail: ‘Once the draft Employment Rights Bill is published, business groups will likely ramp up pressure on the Government to reconsider its proposals. ‘The unintended consequence of enhancing workers’ rights at a time when businesses are already squeezed from many directions may be a recruitment paralysis and job vacancies being filled on a […]
Can ‘the bank of Mum and Dad’ recover ‘gifts’ to buy a home if it all goes wrong?
Evidence from the Institute for Fiscal Studies suggests that parents fund almost half of first-time home purchases by buyers in their 20s with the average sum given standing at £25,000. It is not hard to see why: property prices have accelerated well ahead of wages over recent decades, and it now takes many more years for an […]
Helen Crossland Writes in People Management
Helen Crossland, Partner in the Employment team, wrote an article that has been published in People Management. Helen explores the impact of the Labour government’s proposed legislation to protect employees from unfair dismissal from the first day of their employment. “Many businesses are understandably unsettled by this and other proposals in the bill. Their uppermost concerns […]
Stuart Crippin Featured in Spear’s 500 Tax & Trust Advisers Index
Stuart Crippin, Partner and Head of the Private Client team, has been recognised as a top recommended tax lawyer for 2024 in the Spears 500 Tax & Trust Advisers index. You can view Stuart’s profile here: Stuart Crippin (spears500.com)
Natasha Southam features in EPrivateClient
Natasha Southam, Senior Associate in the Private Client team, wrote an article that has been published in EPrivateClient exploring the rise of crypto-millionaires and the legal framework surrounding cryptocurrency, She also offers advice on how to best mitigate the risks associated with the market. “Engaging specialist advisers who understand the complexities of cryptocurrencies, is vital […]
Kate Ryan features in Today’s Family Lawyer
Domestic violence is usually perceived as acts or aggressive behaviours from one person towards someone else in a relationship that result in physical scars or harm. It can also include threats of abuse. Kate Ryan, Family Partner at Seddons GSC features in Today’s Family Lawyer addressing common misconceptions, the responsibility of an employer and how […]
Stuart Crippin TEP features in EPrivateClient
Stuart Crippin, Partner and Head of the Private Client team, has been featured in EPrivateClient sharing his thoughts on the news that Prince Harry is set to be given access to the Queen Mother’s family trust. He also delves in to the key points that must be considered when establishing a family trust. To read […]
“Outstaying your welcome” – can a beneficiary remain in the deceased’s house after death?
Agatha, a widow, dies, leaving her estate – whether under a will or an intestacy – equally to her three children: Beryl, Christopher, and David. The main asset of her estate is the former family home, occupied before her death by Agatha, together with Beryl, who had been living there rent-free for years looking after […]