by Philippa Carroll | Dispute Resolution Team, News, Wills Probate and Estate Planning
In the realm of inheritance law, the complexities of probate disputes often intensify when spouses are separated but not divorced. Despite living apart and potentially forming new relationships, the legal bond of marriage can have profound implications on estate...
by Philippa Carroll | Dispute Resolution Team, News, Wills Probate and Estate Planning
While many hope that the death of a parent would unite siblings, it often exacerbates sibling rivalry. Emotions run high, and grief can fuel disagreements, especially if the parent’s will does not provide equally for the siblings. This can lead to a contest of the...
by Philippa Carroll | Dispute Resolution Team, News
If you are renting, or a landlord who rents out properties, significant changes are on the horizon in England. The Renters’ Rights Bill, which passed its second reading in the House of Lords on 4th February 2025, is expected to become law later this year. This...
by Philippa Carroll | News, Personal Injury Team
This morning BBC news reported that the Parliamentary Health and Safety Ombudsman (PHSO) has warned that doctors repeated failures to carry out, correctly interpret or properly follow up CTs, X-rays and other medical scans are resulting in cancer-diagnosis delays and...
by Philippa Carroll | News, Wills Probate and Estate Planning, Wills, LPAs & Probate Team
In the recent episode of The Martin Lewis Money Show, the well-known financial expert stressed a crucial but often overlooked aspect of personal finance and planning: the importance of having Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) in place. While many people may not give...