Specialist Property Support, Preston
Working within our Specialist Property team you will assist the Team Leader and other Solicitors/Conveyancers with the day to day running of their property caseloads. You will be responsible for...
View ArticleCan I claim compensation for a delay to my medical care?
We regularly see that delays in medical tests, diagnosis and treatment can have life-changing consequences for a patient. In most cases these delays are simply part of normal medical processes and...
View ArticleNew Business Team Support, Manchester (9 month fixed term contract)
Working within our Client Services Team at our Manchester office, you will be a point of contact for our clients to help them through their legal service and ensure that their needs are met. If you’re...
View ArticleTechnical Training Assistant, Property, Manchester or Preston
You will be responsible for providing support to the Property Technical Training Department, dealing with the daily administration and co-ordination of training functions and events. This position is...
View ArticleIs it serious? Just because you can’t see it doesn’t mean it’s not serious.
It is only natural for a person to take an injury more seriously if they can see its impact, but sight alone is not always a good indication of severity. While injuries involving blood and bruising can...
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#TeamTalk: Tennis, guilty pleasure films and time travel – we chat to Serious...
We had a great catch up with Serious Injury Solicitor Antonia Riley from our Manchester office – and we thought you would like to hear about why she chose law as a career and her fantastic taste in...
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Can you sue if you get bitten by a dog?
In the last decade hospital admissions for dog attacks rose by 76%, according to figures released by Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee. RSPCA figures show that 37 people have been killed...
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20+ questions to ask the seller when you think you’ve found your ideal home
A new job, being closer to family, upsizing or even downsizing…there are so many reasons why people move house. In fact, the average British homeowner moves home every 23 years, according to the...
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Why make a financial LPA
You may have heard a lot about Health and Welfare Lasting Power of Attorneys (LPA), but have you considered making a Financial one? There are two different types of Lasting Power of Attorneys, Health...
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How much can 310k get you in the property market?
Zoopla revealed that the average price paid for property in England and Wales was £310,757 in January 2019! But what does this mean for you? From London to Sunderland, here’s exactly what you can get...
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Tips and advice for first-time buyers: How to get the best for your money
If you’re ready to take your first step on the property ladder and become a homeowner, there are a few factors you need to take into account. From assessing your finances to making a successful offer,...
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Talking to your children about your LPA
It might seem like a difficult topic to broach, but talking to your children about your lasting power of attorney is essential. What is a Lasting Power of Attorney? A Lasting Power of Attorney is a...
View ArticleIs it serious? It could develop into a serious injury.
Even a minor injury can develop into something more serious if it is not looked after properly and treated carefully. It is important not to dismiss on-going discomfort, pain or restricted movement...
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Getting on the property ladder: Your options as a first-time buyer
Owning your own home is a popular life milestone. But it can be tricky figuring out just how to get on the property ladder in the first place – especially when 52% of prospective first-time buyers...
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What is a PostNuptial Agreement?
There’s a good chance you will be familiar with prenups, what they are and why it is a good idea to get one. But are you aware of postnups? A postnuptial agreement is very similar to a prenuptial...
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Prenups, unromantic or practical?
Pre-nups might seem unromantic, but are they important to have? Of course, we would never enter into a marriage without thinking it was going to last forever, but do you need a safety net just in...
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Japanese Knotweed to subside over the next two decades
Japanese knotweed, the fast-growing bamboo-like plant that can break through concrete, is predicted to subside over the next two decades. The plant can cut up to 20% off of the value of a property and...
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Freehold vs leasehold: What’s the difference?
If you’re house hunting, especially if you’re looking to buy your own flat, you may have noticed there’s a section called “Tenure.” This is where you’ll find out if a property is being sold under...
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Can I still claim if I’m hit by an uninsured driver?
In short, yes you can! Unfortunately, there are an estimated 1 million uninsured drivers on Britain’s roads. However, the good news is, in most instances where you are involved in an accident with an...
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What are the legal rights of a common law husband and wife?
So you’re not married, but you’ve lived together for years. You want to know where you stand. So where exactly do you stand? Is there such a thing as a common law wife or common law husband? The short...
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