If you are renting a property, one question that often causes stress is this: can your landlord refuse to renew your tenancy? The short answer is yes, a landlord can refuse to renew a tenancy… Can a Landlord Refuse to Renew a Tenancy in the UK?
Malone v Laskey arose at a time when the courts were careful to limit the scope of private nuisance. The case focused not on whether harm had occurred, but on who was legally entitled to… Malone v Laskey
If you believe you have a strong legal claim but worry about how to pay a solicitor, you are not alone. Legal costs in the UK can be high, and for many people and businesses,… What Is A Damages Based Agreement?
Kinch v Bullard is an important English land law decision dealing with co-ownership of property and the severance of a joint tenancy. The case focuses on whether a notice of severance sent by post is… Kinch v Bullard
If you have a criminal record and you are applying for a job in the UK, it is completely natural to worry about what will show up on a DBS check. Many people ask the… How Do I Remove Spent Convictions From DBS?
If you are thinking about taking a problem at work to an employment tribunal, one of the first questions on your mind is likely to be: who pays for it? You may be worried about… Who Pays For An Employment Tribunal?
Ottaway v Norman is an important decision of the High Court that explains the law relating to fully secret trusts and clarifies the conditions under which such trusts are enforceable. The case is frequently cited… Ottaway v Norman
If you have ever signed a contract and worried that one unfair line could ruin the whole agreement, you are not alone. Contracts can feel overwhelming. They are often long, full of legal language, and… What Is Blue-Penciling?
Bray v Ford [1896] AC 44 is a leading English case on defamation and also lays down an important explanation of fiduciary duties, particularly the rule against conflict of interest. The decision is notable for… Bray v Ford
If you are a trustee or an executor, you may one day find yourself facing a difficult decision: should you take legal action, defend a claim, or continue a dispute using trust or estate funds?… Beddoe Order – What Is It And When Do You Need One?