When asked their main reason for having a Will, many people will first think about passing on assets. But if you have children, there is another key reason – naming legal guardian(s) to care for your children if the need arises.
Cybersquatting reaches all-time high: what to do if your business needs help
The number of cybersquatting dispute cases is at an all-time high, according to the latest figures released by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), which mediates such disputes.
New guide to EPC ratings in privately rented commercial property
We’ve published new guidance on the rules related to Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) for privately rented commercial properties.
National minimum wage rise
The national minimum wage (NMW) will rise from 1 April 2018. Is your business accidentally paying below the minimum wage?
Registering your church as a charity
Churches that set themselves up as charities are entitled to certain tax reliefs, reduced business rates and can claim gift aid. Being a registered charity also, of course, holds certain kudos and attracts donations. Many charities are choosing to register themselves as Charitable Incorporated Organisations (CIOs).
The Eastbourne Dementia Cafe
Gaby Hardwicke Solicitors was delighted to support a new Eastbourne initiative to assist people with dementia and their families: the Eastbourne Dementia Cafe.
Landlords update: new bans for certain offences and stricter HMO regulations
From April 2018, the government will have the power to ban landlords convicted of certain criminal offences from letting property. In addition, new, stricter Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) regulations will take effect.
Macmillan study reveals shocking state of UK Wills
A worrying proportion of people do not have a Will and many others admit to blunders in their Will that would mean their estate is not distributed in the way they would like, research by Macmillan Cancer Support has shown.
Gaby Hardwicke welcomes back Gemma Ritchie
We’re delighted to welcome back Associate Solicitor Gemma Ritchie after a period of maternity leave. Gemma, a key member of our Commercial Law Services team, specialises in corporate transactional work and commercial contracts.
EU court ‘protects’ luxury goods from sale via Amazon
Purveyors and manufacturers of luxury goods trying to ‘protect’ their products from resale via online platforms such as Amazon and eBay can take heart from a recent ruling.