Claiming Criminal Injuries Compensation
Criminal injuries compensation is a form of compensation that can be claimed when a blameless person becomes the victim of a violent crime. This is a crime where violence is threatened or used upon that person and results in physical or mental harm. The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) is the government body that administrates […]
Misrepresentations in Contract Law
A misrepresentation is a statement made during contract negotiations that is put forward as a fact or as law but is untrue, that induces a party to enter into a contract resulting in loss to the relying party. The law in this area is extremely complex. It is governed by a combination of legislation (the […]
Advice on Contract Disputes
Contract disputes are an unpleasant but relatively common feature in the business world. They are potentially very disruptive, often siphoning time, energy and money that would be better spent elsewhere. However, with the right legal advice, contract disputes can be solved efficiently, preventing significant damage to your reputation and keeping important commercial relationships on track. […]
Returning Faulty Goods: A Buyers Guide to Unsatisfactory Purchases
Faulty goods are items which either do not fit their pre-sale description, are of unsatisfactory quality, or are unfit for purpose. Even the most careful consumer occasionally finds that an item they have purchased is not up to standard, and may rightly seek a remedy of some kind. Recent buyers are protected from faulty goods […]
What are My Statutory Rights as a Customer?
The main piece of legislation determining your statutory rights as a customer is the Consumer Rights Act 2015. The Act consolidates outdated laws in this area and supplements newer legislation such as the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, simplifying and updating your statutory rights. The Act was drafted to reflect modern shopping habits and addresses four […]
What are Tenants in Common?
If you are looking to buy property with your partner, a relative or friend, or perhaps you have jointly inherited a property, there are two different types of property ownership options: ‘tenants in common’ or ‘joint tenants’. The type of ownership you register with HM Land Registry will affect how you legally own the property […]
What is a Compulsory Purchase Order?
Discovering that the property you own or occupy may be compulsorily acquired can be very distressing, particularly if you are unaware of where you stand legally. Below we examine in more detail the question of ‘what is a compulsory purchase order?’, including your rights as an owner and what an authorised body is required to […]
Vacant Possession (An Explanatory Overview!)
Vacant possession is the contractual right to exclusive use of a property, both physically and legally, following the sale of a property or grant of a lease. The purchaser or tenant must be free to enjoy the property for the purpose intended, without hindrance from any physical presence or legal impediment. By way of example, […]
A Guide to Fracking and Manorial Rights
Fracking has become highly controversial for a number of reasons, with concerns around the environmental impact of this activity, access rights and ownership of the minerals. Fracking is a technique used to recover gas and oil from shale rock. Shale gas reserves have been identified across large parts of the UK, and are especially common […]
Defending an Allegation of Gross Misconduct
An allegation of gross misconduct at work can be extremely daunting, carrying the risk of disciplinary action, including possible dismissal, and potentially impacting your professional reputation. If you are facing an allegation of gross misconduct, it will be important to understand your rights through the disciplinary process and to prepare for any resulting investigation or […]
Employment Law for Employees
Employment Law: What are my rights? The growth of non-traditional working relationships might have left you feeling confused about your employment status and, consequently, your rights. But whether you are employed on a full-time, part-time, temporary or permanent basis, everybody has the right to be treated fairly in the workplace and is protected by employment […]
EMI Scheme: Guide for Employees
The EMI (Enterprise Management Incentive) was introduced in 2000 to help small and medium sized businesses to retain and reward their employees. If you are offered the option of shares under an EMI – what do you need to consider before deciding if this is the right option for you? What is an EMI scheme? […]
Making a Claim for Constructive Dismissal
If you can show a tribunal that your employer has acted unlawfully, thus making your position untenable, you may have a claim for constructive dismissal. Constructive dismissal is when your employer puts you in a situation where you feel you have no choice but to resign. Unlike unfair dismissal, where your employer ends your employment […]
Wrongful Dismissal (What is it?)
Wrongful dismissal from employment occurs when an employer terminates your employment in breach of your employment contract. You will be able to bring a breach of contract claim against your employer, no matter how long you’ve been employed for. There are of course lawful ways an employer is permitted to terminate a contract of employment. Wrongful […]