Alternative Dispute Resolution – what is expert determination?
This is the fourth article in our Coronavirus and ADR Series. In our first article…
October 7, 2020 By Catherine Mathews
Inheritance Act Claims and Domicile
It is possible for individuals to make a claim against an estate for reasonable financial…
October 5, 2020 By Stephens Scown
1975 Act Claims – avoiding the pitfalls in an adult child claim
If you are looking at making a claim against an estate it is essential for…
October 5, 2020 By Stephens Scown
1975 Act Claims – how to protect your assets from claims by your children
Many people will be familiar with the widely reported case of Ilott v Blue Cross…
October 5, 2020 By Stephens Scown
How can I bring an Inheritance Claim if I don’t have a copy of the Will?
It is not uncommon for someone to be disappointed with the provision or lack of…
October 5, 2020 By Stephens Scown
1975 Act Claims – can I still inherit when we don’t know who passed away first?
Losing a parent is always going to be an extremely difficult and emotionally traumatic experience.…
October 5, 2020 By Stephens Scown
Top ranking in Legal 500 guide for Stephens Scown
We’re delighted to announce that we’ve received top ranking in the latest edition of the…
October 2, 2020 By Stephens Scown
The benefits and pitfalls of probationary periods
New research into probationary periods has revealed that a fifth of new recruits fail their…
September 29, 2020 By Ellie Hibberd
Can I get paid for checking my emails outside of work?
There have been a number of news stories making the headlines following a report by…
September 29, 2020 By Carrianne Matta
Carrying out DBS checks – the do’s and don’ts
The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) provides charities with criminal record information to help assess…
September 29, 2020 By Laura McFadyen
Restrictive injunctions and covenants – the basics
Many senior level employment contracts contain restrictive covenants. The restrictions usually relate to the ex-employee…
September 29, 2020 By Jeremy Crook
Wills for Business Owners – what to consider
What should be considered when setting up Wills for business owners? The process of preparing…
September 29, 2020 By Ian Newcombe