Court of Protection and coronavirus: how we can work together to support our clients
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This update has been prepared as a summary of some of the key pieces of guidance and changes to legislation as at 3 April 2020 that will affect community care and welfare Court of Protection (COP) practice.
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Employer’s duty of care during the coronavirus crisis
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If the current lockdown extends much further, homeworking may require a health and safety analysis. From one’s workstation to the need for regular breaks, employees will be advised on how to avoid risks.
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Farmers need to get their affairs in order after Brexit changes
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Farmers are being urged to ensure they have up-to-date succession plans in place following the start of the Agricultural Transition Plan which came into being after the UK’s departure from the EU
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Clarke Willmott represented farmer Andrew Guest in a significant High Court inheritance case. Aside from being a significant decision in this area of law, the case highlights the need for those involved in or contemplating bringing inheritance disputes to get expert legal advice as soon as possible.
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Dale Edwards, a Strategic Consultant in Green Energy with national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP, shares his thoughts on the importance of the UK Government creating, developing, and implementing a clear green energy strategy for the future.
Ground rent and service charge for later living developments
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Historically, the costs of providing communal facilities have been recovered by way of a ground rent and service charge. However, the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 (the “Act”), will impact significantly.
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Has the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act affected your termination clauses?
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Commercial contracts and agreements
The Act has brought about a magnitude of permanent changes to insolvency law. Of significance, is the fundamental change to the operation of most supply contracts and the ability to terminate.
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How long do I have to bring an unfair prejudice petition?
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Commercial litigation and disputes
An unfair prejudice petition is a legal claim made by a shareholder of a company when they feel they have been treated unfairly by the company’s management or other shareholders.
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