If you own a leasehold flat or are thinking of buying one, you may have come across the term peppercorn rent. It sounds old-fashioned, and in many ways it is. But it has become very… Can A Peppercorn Rent Be Increased?
The decision in Hyman v Hyman is a leading authority in UK law on the limits of contractual freedom in matrimonial matters. The case establishes an important constitutional principle: courts will not enforce agreements that… Hyman v Hyman
With smartphones, smartwatches, and online meetings, secretly recording conversations has become very easy. You might be tempted to record a work meeting, a difficult conversation with your boss, or a dispute with a colleague—just in… Is Covert Recording Legal In The UK?
The case of Haseldine v C.A. Daw & Son Ltd is a significant decision in English tort law, particularly concerning the liability of property owners for accidents involving mechanical equipment maintained by independent contractors. The… Haseldine v C.A. Daw & Son Ltd [1941] 2 KB 343
Buying or owning a home can feel confusing, especially when legal terms are thrown at you with little explanation. One term that often raises eyebrows is peppercorn ground rent. You might wonder: Is it real?… What Is Peppercorn Ground Rent?
Knight v Knight is a landmark English trust law case which established the enduring principle of the “three certainties” required for the creation of a valid private express trust. Decided in 1840 by Lord Langdale… Knight v Knight (1840) 3 Beav 148; 49 ER 58
If you are planning to run a raffle in the UK—whether for a school fundraiser, charity event, sports club, or community group—you need to make sure you do it legally. Many people assume raffles are… How To Run A Raffle Legally In The UK
The case of Paul v Constance [1977] 1 WLR 527 is a landmark decision in English trust law, particularly on the principle of certainty of intention, one of the essential elements required to establish the… Paul v Constance [1977] 1 WLR 527
If you’ve ever bought a ticket to win a prize for charity, at a school event, or even online, you may have wondered: is this a raffle or a lottery? At first glance, they look… What’s the Difference Between a Raffle and a Lottery?
Palmer v Simmonds (1854) 2 Drew 221 is a well-known English trusts law case that deals with one of the three essential certainties required for the creation of a valid trust, namely the certainty of… Palmer v Simmonds (1854) 2 Drew 221