When Neighbours Go to War: Why Boundary Disputes Are Never “Small” Matters

by The Legal Practice | Feb 25, 2026 | Litigation, Properties, Property law

A structural encroachment of only a few feet can trigger years of litigation, significant legal costs and long-term difficulties between neighbours. Boundary and construction disputes remain one of the most common sources of property litigation in England and Wales,...

Forged Wills and Inheritance Disputes: What This Recent High Court Case Means for Families

by The Legal Practice | Feb 19, 2026 | Litigation, Probate, Wills

A recent High Court decision has highlighted the serious consequences of forged wills and false claims over estates. The case involved a woman who died in 2023, leaving a valid will placing her estate into trust for her teenage daughter. After her death, her former...

UK EMPLOYMENT LAW CHANGES 2026: PARENTAL AND MATERNITY LEAVE

by The Legal Practice | Feb 9, 2026 | Employment law, Lasting Power of Attorney, Litigation

OPERATIONAL BRIEF FOR EMPLOYERS April 2026 marks a structural shift in UK employment liability. The removal of qualifying periods for family leave, increased statutory pay, and new bereavement protections mean employers will face immediate compliance exposure from day...

 Delays to Death Certificates: What Families Need to Know

by The Legal Practice | Feb 7, 2026 | Employment law, Lasting Power of Attorney, Litigation

Recent reforms to the death certification process in England and Wales are causing longer waits for some grieving families. Changes introduced in September 2024 require every death not referred to a coroner to be reviewed by an independent medical examiner before a...

POWER OF ATTORNEY ABUSE CASE

by The Legal Practice | Dec 8, 2025 | Employment law, Lasting Power of Attorney, Litigation

A recent national news report highlighted a shocking case involving the theft of £600,000 from an elderly woman through the misuse of a Power of Attorney ( BBC News Report: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8vdz808rljo. While the criminal outcome has been widely...

Why Builders Should Have Contracts with Commercial Clients for Shop Fittings and Commercial Premises

by The Legal Practice | Dec 8, 2024 | Litigation, Property law

In the competitive world of construction and shop fitting, having a solid contract in place with your commercial clients is not just a formality—it’s a necessity. Builders in the UK, whether you’re a small local contractor or part of a larger firm, stand to gain...