Tenant Fees Act 2019 and more
- June 19, 2019
- Mike Massen
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The Tenant Fees Act 2019 (“the Act”) came into force at the beginning of this month (June 2019). The act introduces a ban on various fees that had become the norm within the rental sector. Any tenancies entered into after…
Selling Assets Abroad
- May 28, 2019
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Advice and Assistance from Cohen Cramer If the Crown Court makes a Confiscation Order against you will be required to sell any assets that you own to make the payment. The onus is on you, the Defendant, to realise any…
Potential problems with a POCA conveyance
- May 8, 2019
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As part of POCA proceedings, you will often look to the sale of a property to satisfy your confiscation order. If, as part of your order you are required to dispose of residential or commercial property we strive to complete…
S23 Proceeds of Crime Act
- March 29, 2019
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If you have been convicted of a criminal offence that falls within the scope of the Proceeds of Crime Act and a Confiscation Order has been made against you, then you may be required to sell what assets are…
Top Tips for Building Contracts
- August 7, 2018
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From a complete build to a new porch whatever your building project there is going to be some measure of hassle and upset; it is the nature of the beast but careful planning and preparation can reduce the aggravation and…
Damages for Loss, Stress and Inconvenience in Building Disputes
- September 15, 2017
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We are often told by prospective clients in a building dispute that as a result of the dispute they have suffered a great deal of stress and inconvenience and as such should be compensated for this by an award…
Harassment and the Law
- August 26, 2016
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Following a recent case we dealt with it is a useful exercise to review some of the law relating to harassment. What is harassment? Harassment claims are governed by the Protection from Harassment Act 1997. To be regarded as harassment…
Avoiding litigation at all costs – top tips..
- July 5, 2016
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Disputes in business are, unfortunately, inevitable for the vast majority of businesses at some point. Litigation is inherently risky, stressful and time consuming and more often than not, expensive. With the recent (further) increase in Court fees, litigation should…
Medical misfortune is a reason to miss Court, as long as it’s sufficient
- May 31, 2016
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A recent Court of Appeal decision involving a professional negligence claim against a Yorkshire based financial advisor has provided useful guidance as to the tactical considerations required of parties where one side applies to adjourn trial at the eleventh…
Cohabiting couples beware
- February 11, 2016
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Another cautionary tale has hit the press this week highlighting the disastrous consequences on not updating your will. A 69 year old grandmother is having to fight for a roof over her head after her partner of 18 years…