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Inclusive workplaces help retain and attract talent
British employees still believe in people being treated fairly in the workplace, despite the growing politicisation of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) policies. For some this belief is so strong that they would be prepared to quit their job on a matter of principle. Nearly 60% of w....
Tips and traps for buying and selling commercial property
Commercial property deals often come at busy and important moments for business owners. Maybe you’re moving into your first premises or selling a site that has supported your business for many years. Either way, the process can feel demanding because there is quite a lot to think about befo....
Granting a lease or a licence – What do I need to know?
Some landlords are under pressure to avoid having empty premises and secure some income. That urgency can sometimes lead to hasty decisions about whether to grant a lease or a licence, which can cause problems down the line. Knowing how each works helps you avoid disputes and protects your pr....
Medical negligence experts warn of families left struggling for answers as inquest delays grow
Attwaters Solicitors are calling for action as inquest delays leave bereaved families without support after suicide in mental health care. The firm has recently supported several families, guiding them through the inquest process and, where appropriate, onward to medical negligence claims. Da....
The gift of giving: charity donations in wills hit a new high
December is a traditional time for giving and receiving gifts. According to English Heritage, we’ve been doing it for thousands of years – even before Christmas became such a big celebration. As well as giving gifts to loved ones, many Brits make charitable donations at this time of year. Th....
Care home negligence claims: how to get started
A son and daughter thought their elderly mother would be safe in a care home, but, sadly, they were wrong. Staff negligence led to a fall and a fractured leg. Attwaters helped the family take legal action against the home and secure damages of £25,000. If you or a loved one has suffered an inju....
Negligence and neglect in care homes: what to look for
Pressure sores. Fractured bones. Weight loss. Care home residents can pay a high price for negligence and neglect, but the signs are not always physical. If you are worried that a nursing or care home is mistreating a loved one, it’s important to know what to look for and what steps to take. ....
Care home negligence: is your loved one at risk?
Behind the closed doors of England’s care and nursing homes, thousands of vulnerable people are at risk of neglect and harm. Data from the NHS reveals there were more than 40,000 formal inquiries into potential abuse or neglect involving adults in nursing and residential care homes in England in ....
Personal injury trusts: winning damages doesn’t mean losing benefits
A car accident, a medical negligence case, a crime: they can all result in substantial financial damages. Personal injury payouts can make a massive difference to someone’s life, but they can also impact their eligibility for means-tested state benefits. A personal injury trust enables people ....
Families priced out of private education by rising fees
Fewer pupils. Higher costs. Private schools are struggling to survive after being hit with multiple financial shocks in 2025. It’s been reported that at least 54 independent schools in England have already closed or announced shutdown plans since the start of the year. Inflation coupled ....
How the rules for commercial leases are set to change
After decades without change, the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 is under review. The Law Commission is looking closely at the process of excluding a tenant from having the benefit of security of tenure by its commercial lease of premises at the end of its contractual term. What is se....
Leasehold Reform appeal brings further delay and uncertainty for Leaseholders
The long-running saga surrounding the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 (LAFRA) has taken yet another turn. Just months after the High Court dismissed freeholders’ arguments that the legislation breached their human rights, the Commons Housing Committee has confirmed that the group of freeho....
