Many consider that inheritances ought to be ring-fenced on divorce for the party to whom it has been left but the law is not that straightforward. However, there are steps which can be taken to minimise the risk of inherited assets being “invaded” in the event of a divorce.
Psychological impacts of stillbirth | Baby Loss Awareness Week 2024
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Medical negligence solicitors
The emotions experienced following a stillbirth are complicated and have potential to cause both short-term and long-term psychological problems. Clarke Willmott are aiming to raise awareness about baby loss in the UK, through Baby Loss Awareness Week 2023.
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Vanessa Harris
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Reducing death and life-changing injuries on our roads
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Earlier this month, the DfT published a package of measures to reduce the number of people killed and injured on roads in the UK. The plan is to improve safety for all, from children in car seats to those with years of driving experience.
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Reducing unfair dismissal compensation due to the employee’s contributory fault
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There are a number of mechanisms an Employment Tribunal can apply to reduce unfair dismissal compensation (such as a Polkey deduction etc), and this time we will explore the principles of ‘contributory fault’.
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Reform of the law relating to Wills on the agenda again
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Wills & probate solicitors
The Law Commission recently published a supplementary consultation relating to Wills and how the law established by a Victorian statute could be modernised for the 21st century.
Written by
Tom Chiffers
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Religion and belief: ethical veganism in the workplace
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Tribunal holds in Casamitjana v League Against Cruel Sports that ethical veganism is a philosophical belief capable of protection under the Equality Act 2010.
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Road safety week gains support of legal experts as shocking statistics revealed
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Road Safety Week 2020 has unveiled some shocking statistics leading to legal experts calling for tighter road safety measures. Speed is a contributing factor to 11 deaths or serious injuries every day on UK roads.
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