Divorce: The Blame Game

Divorce: The Blame Game

The Supreme Court judgment in Owens and Owens handed down on 25 July 2018 is a reminder that whilst the average marriage may be becoming shorter, the law governing marriage is not so quick to end a marriage where there is no blame.   Mrs Owens sought to divorce her
Categories:  Marriage, Matrimonial, News
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Abuse Victims’ Rights Recognised

Until this week, victims of abuse who lived under the “same roof” were denied the right to claim compensation against the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority. Under the rules, victims who lived in the same home as their attacker before 1979 were not entitled to damages.   The Court of Appeal

What to do when somebody dies

Death is a very difficult time not only in terms of grieving but in knowing what steps need to be taken from registering the death to dealing with the person’s assets.   Many questions are raised and it can be difficult to know where to begin.   How is the
Categories:  Later Life Planning, News, Wills & Probate

“Will” You Read The Small Print?

Everyone likes a bargain and there is no better bargain than absolutely free …   However remember the old adage, “if it sounds to good to be true, it probably is”.   You may find that free will-writing services come with more than a little price to pay.   It is
Categories:  Later Life Planning, News, Wills & Probate