Civil Penalty under Immigration Act (Been Fined?)
As part of the Home Office’s enforcement toolkit against illegal working, employers who are found to be in breach of their immigration compliance duties may be issued a civil penalty under the Immigration Act 2016. The Immigration Act also introduced criminal offences in cases of illegal employment and provided additional powers for immigration officers to […]
Do You Need an Artist Visa for the UK?
If you’re a professional artist or entertainer looking to perform in the UK, you may need to obtain a visa before you can travel here to work. Since the end of EU free movement in 2020, EU citizens coming to the UK for work will also require a visa. The following guide looks at the […]
Back Injury Claims & Compensation
Even a relatively minor back injury can be debilitating, while more serious back injuries can cause devastating long-term complications. Coming to terms with the impact of a back injury on your life can be hard enough, although knowing that an injury could have been avoided, but for the carelessness, recklessness or wrongdoing on the part […]
Do You Need a Child Travel Consent Form?
If you share parental responsibility for your child with someone else, such as your former partner, you may need to ensure that you have their consent before you take your child away, both to avoid legal issues and family tensions. In some cases, you may need written confirmation of this permission in the form of […]
How Much Are Lasting Power of Attorney Fees?
One of the considerations when applying to register a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) will be the costs involved. In this guide, we set out the fees that will payable as part of the application process. We also look at the fee reduction and exemption eligibility, as well as the LPA refund scheme. If your […]
Industrial Injury Claim Guide
If you’ve been injured at work, an injury claim can give you much-needed financial support to compensate you for the pain and losses you’ve suffered as a result of your injuries. But making an industrial injury claim against your employer can quickly become complicated, not least due to the complexities around proving negligence, liability and the […]