One of the more common mistakes is failing to comply with the tenancy deposit protection requirements fully. Many landlords will comply in part, by protecting the deposit, but then will not deal with the further requirement, namely serving on the tenant the details about the deposit protection; those details are called ‘the Prescribed Information’. Failing to serve the Prescribed Information can mean that a landlord will struggle to rely upon a Section 21 Notice.
School holidays are a huge source of excitement for children but can be a time of worry for parents who have separated and particularly parents who both work. Navigating childcare, trying to fit in a holiday, working and co-parenting to the best of each of the parent’s abilities can be difficult at times. I therefore thought it may be timely to share with you my top tips for how to make summer holidays as good for parents as they are a source of fun and excitement for children.
Have you got your legal affairs in order prior to your summer holiday? Here are a few legal checks you may wish to consider before embarking on your next trip.
The recent case of Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd v Medley Assets Ltd [2024] demonstrates how, with careful consideration and timely tactics, a commercial tenant can defeat their landlord’s opposition to the grant of a new tenancy under section 30(1)(f) of the Landlord and Tenant 1954 Act (“Ground (f)”).
The Sainsburys case considers the definition of a “holding” in the context of opposed lease renewals and a tenant’s ability to continue to occupy the premises in question whilst the landlord carries out its redevelopment works.
For Private Client legal practitioners working in the digital era, the fashion for “do it yourself” probates online have created a new problem area for us to advise on: unadministered Will trusts.
What is meant by ‘adverse possession’?
Adverse possession is a legal principle by which a person who is not the legal owner of a piece of land can acquire ownership from the legal owner by using the land without the owner’s permission for a specific period of time.
Many residential landlords will be familiar with the requirement to consult with tenants before major works are carried out. The landlord's right to seek dispensation from the Tribunal where it has failed to consult is perhaps less well understood. In a recent Upper Tribunal appeal, Hughes Paddison successfully challenged the First Tier Tribunal’s interpretation of the law. Joe Ferris provides a summary of the appeal and the key principles for landlords to keep in mind when considering an application for dispensation.
The OPG registered a record 1,073,032 LPAs in 2022-2023. Concerns over the paper-based system led to reforms, culminating in the Powers of Attorney Act 2023 for a safer and simpler process.
When it comes to fostering inclusivity in the workplace, the UK has several vital laws and regulations in place. The key provisions are contained within the Equality Act 2010.
Crypto's rise impacts divorces, as couples may own crypto assets. Despite complexities, disclosure is essential like any asset. Documentation aids clarity.
