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Court of Protection can help when loved ones lose mental capacity

1st May 2008 - Wills and Probate

The law changed last year making several improvements to the power of attorney system which allows people to appoint someone to act on their behalf if they lose mental capacity. » read more

Extra time granted to make the most of benefits from trusts

1st May 2008 - Wills and Probate

Families have been granted an extra six months to rearrange their “income in possession trusts” without becoming subject to the new Inheritance Tax (IHT) regime. » read more

HIPs needed for shared ownership sales

1st May 2008 - Conveyancing

It’s now nearly a year since Home Information Packs (HIPs) were introduced but they are still raising questions among people buying and selling homes. » read more

Father wins appeal over supervision order for his daughter

1st May 2008 - Matters Involving Children

A father has won his appeal against a judge’s decision to place his daughter under a supervision order for three years. » read more

Grieving mother awarded £20,000 damages

1st May 2008 - Accident Claims


A grieving mother whose newborn daughter died as a result of medical negligence has been awarded £20,000 in damages. » read more

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