Divorce is never an easy transition, but there are additional factors to overcome when there is a family business involved. The division of the business has traditionally been the subject of a great deal of argument, but recent cases have at least clarified the thinking of the highest judges in the land
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Would it surprise you to learn that only a very small percentage of women receive a share of their ex husband’s Pension as part of their settlement on divorce?
A Pension Fund, particularly in the case of couples in their 50’s or 60’s, is likely to be one of the most valuable assets of the marriage. This being the case, a Pension Sharing Order should always be considered in any negotiations for financial settlement on divorce.
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With the recent cuts to Legal Aid, the so called “quickie” divorce sites are likely to attract more and more visitors as members of the public strive to achieve a divorce on a budget.
Is There Such A Thing As A Divorce On A Budget? Read More »
Thousands of people have been mis-sold asset protection trust schemes, with unscrupulous advisers suggesting that a homeowner’s property would be protected by the scheme should they go into care.
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Chancel repairs liability goes as far back as the medieval era. Even though large acres of land, which were previously owned by the church, have been divided and sold to different land owners, there is still the prospective for the owners of the land built on previously own land by the church, to have an obligation to pay for the maintenance of the church’s chancel.
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The guardianship Court case following Michael Jackson’s death has prompted many people to worry about their position if they died prematurely leaving dependent children.
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Divorce and separation are not uncommon these days so many children find themselves living with one parent and having contact with the other.
Issues often arise over the frequency of contact, whether overnight contact should take place, whether and how children should be introduced to a new partner and holiday contact.
How To Make Separation Easier For Children? Read More »
‘Pre-nups’ are not, at the moment, binding in the UK although Judges can take them into account during divorce proceedings. However, the Law Commission is to consider plans to bring the legal system in England and Wales in line with other countries. It will look at whether pre-nups should be upheld by the Courts and under what circumstances.
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Sometimes, it may be necessary to contest a will. If you think the will is invalid, or someone has not been provided for sufficiently in the will then you can contest the will. When a will is created, to ensure its validity, a number of requirements are made.
Contest A Will – Where To Start Read More »
If you have had an accident that is not your fault and suffered injuries then it is important that you receive medical treatment as soon as possible so that you can start to recover from your injuries.
Had An Accident? Do You Need Rehabilitation? Read More »
