Month: May 2025
The Renters’ Rights Bill: Progress Report
Regarded as the most significant reform to the private rented sector since the Housing Act 1988, the Renters’ Rights Bill is due to come into effect later this year. This article provides a brief update on the Bill’s progress and some of the key upcoming changes. Timeline to implementati....
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Is domestic abuse still seen through a gendered lens?
In the last few days, a brief yet striking clip of French President Emmanuel Macron appearing to be shoved in the face by his wife (Brigitte Macron) as they exited an aircraft has circulated widely online. Although The President initially dismissed the clip as a “joke” and “teasing”, the....
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Inquest conclusions explained
When a person dies unexpectedly, it can be beneficial for families and authorities to have answers about what happened. An inquest conclusion can help provide these answers – whether it’s confirming an accident, a suicide or an unlawful killing. An inquest is a judicial process that takes pl....
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How Inquests can support medical negligence claims
Premature discharge from hospital. Missed sepsis diagnosis. Delayed surgical intervention. The wrong medical decisions can come with fatal consequences. The loss of a loved one is extremely emotional and stressful – even more so when there’s a possibility that their death could have been ....
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Variation applications for spousal maintenance
Spousal maintenance – where one spouse pays the other a regular sum of money from their income following separation or divorce – is designed to help the lower-earning spouse maintain a standard of living comparable to that enjoyed during the marriage. However, life changes constantly, ....
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What to expect at an inquest: explaining the inquest procedure
Being involved in an inquest can feel unfamiliar or overwhelming, but understanding the inquest procedure can help you to prepare and to get answers to any questions you have. Before the inquest: the pre-hearing stage The process often begins with a post-mortem examination to establish a ....
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What is an inquest?
When someone dies unexpectedly in medical care, an inquest can provide vital answers. It’s a public legal process designed to investigate the circumstances surrounding a death. For families, it can be an important step in understanding what happened and whether the death could have been avoided. ....
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An introduction to inquests and how we can help
When someone dies suddenly, or in unexplained circumstances, an inquest may be held to establish the facts. At Attwaters, our Clinical Negligence team has particular expertise in guiding families through this difficult process. What should you expect from an inquest? An inquest is a legal....
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Building Liability Orders (BLOs): Corporate exposure and strategic considerations
What are BLOs and why should companies care? Building Liability Orders (BLOs) were introduced under the Building Safety Act 2022 to address situations where a company directly responsible for building safety defects is unable to afford the cost of repairs. They aim to protect leaseholders fr....
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The risks of not having an LPA – a case study
At Attwaters Solicitors, we regularly advise clients on the importance of preparing for the unexpected, particularly when co-owning a property. One of the most important steps you can take is putting an appropriate Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place. To highlight just how critical this can be....
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Further changes to Business Asset Disposal Relief
In April 2025, the tax rate on Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) increased from 10% to 14%. Further rises are coming in 2026, so if you’re thinking about selling your business, it’s time to act swiftly or you may be liable to pay thousands more in tax. Here’s what you need to know. ....
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Incidents of domestic abuse in the UK are changing – Here’s what it means for families
Domestic abuse is an issue that sadly continues to affect millions of people across the UK. Recent changes in how domestic abuse is officially defined and measured have led to a clearer, albeit troubling, understanding of just how widespread this problem is. According to the latest figures fr....
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Fact-finding hearings in family court – the process
When there are family disputes involving children, the Court’s primary concern will always be ‘the welfare of the child[ren]’. Unfortunately, there are some cases where serious allegations of abuse or neglect are made by one parent against the other (or both parents against each other). To as....
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Do I need permission to take my child on holiday?
As the summer holidays approach, many parents are looking forward to enjoying the break with their children. However, if you and your child’s other parent are separated, you will need to consider your legal obligations before making any overseas travel arrangements. In cases where both pare....
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Extend your lease in Hatfield or Welwyn Garden City
Do you own a leasehold property in Welwyn Garden City, Hatfield or nearby? Now could be a smart time to extend your lease. A longer lease helps to maintain your home’s value and makes it easier to sell or remortgage. You should act before your lease falls to 80 yearsWhen a lease drops belo....
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Extend your lease with Sovereign Network Group Homes
If you own a leasehold or shared ownership property with Sovereign Network Group Homes, extending your lease can help protect your home’s value and reduce long-term costs. A longer lease also makes your home more attractive to buyers and lenders. Act before your lease drops below 80 years ....
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Extend your lease in Harlow
Do you own a leasehold property in Harlow? Now could be a smart time to extend your lease. A longer lease helps maintain your home’s value, makes it easier to sell or remortgage, and depending on the years left could be crucial. Why extend before your lease drops below 80 years? When a ....
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Extend your lease in Epping Forest
If you own a leasehold property in the Epping Forest District, now could be the ideal time to extend your lease. A short lease can reduce your home’s market value, make it harder to sell or remortgage, and push up costs. Extending your lease helps to secure your investment – and depending on ho....
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Should cohabiting partners have the same rights as married couples?
They share a home, a life, and sometimes even children, but in the eyes of the law, cohabiting partners are often little more than strangers. Many people are still surprised to learn there’s no such thing as a “common law marriage” in England and Wales. Unlike married couples, cohabitan....
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Delayed gynaecological care impacts women’s wellbeing
Tens of thousands of women in the UK are being forced to wait months even years to be treated for a range of gynaecological health problems. Waiting lists for gynaecology appointments across the UK have more than doubled since February 2020. As of December 2024, 44% of patients had been waiting ....
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