FAQs on Trade Marks
Navigating the legal waters of trade mark registration can be complex, but it’s crucial for protecting your brand. Ever wondered what qualifies for registration or when and where to file…
Navigating the legal waters of trade mark registration can be complex, but it’s crucial for protecting your brand. Ever wondered what qualifies for registration or when and where to file…
Finding out that your loved one has decided to leave a gift of money or property to a charity in their will can sometimes come as a surprise, particularly if…
As businesses thrive through online marketplaces, the risk of intellectual property (IP) infringement also increases. It is alarming to see the number of unauthorised reproduction and unlawful distribution of protected…
A new bill aimed at speeding up and simplifying the registration of Lasting Powers of Attorney has been passed by Parliament. The Powers of Attorney Act 2023 became law on…
The government has announced that it intends to make it cheaper and simpler for leaseholders to purchase the freehold of their property. It also aims to deal with punitive service…
If you are thinking of purchasing a property, it is vital you know what tenure it is as this can affect both its value and re-sale. The tenure refers to…
The right to request flexible working has been around for over 20 years, and in that time eligibility to the right has been extended from parents and carers of young…
As a business owner, receiving a Notice of Threatened Opposition from a third party can be unsettling. It is important to take this notice seriously and act promptly to protect…
You are forgiven if you are not aware that Data Protection Day falls on the 28th January of each year. The terms ‘GDPR’ still brings a shudder to certain people…
January is always a busy time for Family Lawyers, as couples who have ‘kept it together’ for Christmas but then head for divorce once the kids are back at school. Divorce is one…
Most employers will try to protect staff from bullying in the workplace, but sometimes it is hard to know what to do about the problem. A third (32 per cent)…
Dealing with employee grievances properly can require a great deal of time and effort, but a prompt investigation could uncover inappropriate behaviour or poor management. If this can be nipped…
Businesses enter into contracts all the time whether they are conscious of this or not. Whether you tick a box that says ‘I agree to your terms’ when you install…
Contracts are the lifeblood of businesses, setting out exactly how they interact with suppliers, employees, customers, agents and many others. It is therefore vitally important to ensure that these contracts…
If you are dealing with the estate of someone who has died, you may need to pay Inheritance Tax (IHT). Some or all of the IHT has to be to…
It is still up for debate whether the long-awaited abolition of “no-fault” evictions will happen this year. Whilst we all wait for more news on the Renters (Reform) Bill, business…
A child arrangement order (sometimes referred to as a CAO) is a court order which provides for a child to spend time with another person by way of contact following…
Adverse possession, sometimes referred to as squatting, can give someone legal ownership of land if they have occupied it in a particular way for a certain length of time. Also…
Selling your goods in a new and unfamiliar market can be a risky and costly venture, but entering into a distribution arrangement with a separate distributor can provide your business…
Have you made any new year resolutions? Perhaps one of them should be to make sure that you have a Will and that it is up-to-date. What happens if I…
On average, each employee in the UK took 5.7 days off due to sickness in 2022, according to figures published by the Office for National Statistics. The estimate of working…
December brings for children the excitement and anticipation of Christmas. But for separated parents it can bring additional stress and potential conflict over which of them will have the children…
Anyone contemplating divorce or dissolution of a civil partnership will have many things to consider, but you are likely to have particular concerns if your spouse suffers from a condition…
If you are a professional working in the property sector, you may at some point face a claim from a disgruntled client claiming that you have been negligent in your…
Winding up an estate can be complex and time-consuming, but there are also other valid reasons why you might want to use a Probate Practitioner for obtaining Probate and estate…
The government is promoting the installation of heat pumps in homes to replace boilers, with vouchers being offered to homeowners who wish to make the switch. The Department for Energy…
As a supplier you rely on the contractual relationships with your customers for many reasons. As well as helping to forecast the income stream for your business, you need to…
You may have read in the news of many wealthy international divorces occurring in England, such as the divorce of the Dubai ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, believed…
The government’s unclaimed estates list has exceeded £1 billion in assets. This is money and property left by individuals where no heir has been located. If someone dies without leaving…
No commercial landlord wants their property empty. A vacant unit costs money in repair, insurance, and business rates, without producing any income; and it could be vulnerable to vandalism or…
‘There are many legal options available for enforcing a judgment debt once you have obtained an order from the court,’ says Brendan Herbert, head of Dispute Resolution at Laceys Solicitors….
A court has found that a handwritten document found in Aretha Franklin’s sofa is a valid Will. Three of her four sons had been involved in an inheritance dispute following…
You may already know that a trade mark is a legal symbol representing your unique brand, product, or service. It’s crucial to protect your trade mark from misuse or infringement….
When it comes to protecting intellectual property (IP), business owners are constantly on their toes to ensure that their assets are safeguarded. However, once an employee leaves a company, the…
Stepping onto the property ladder can be a challenge for first time buyers. We take a look at how parents can help their children buy a home. The so-called Bank…
Being separated from your child can be heart-wrenching, and yet some parents have to overcome some significant hurdles to be able to spend time with their children in a way…
In our increasingly digital world, the issue of digital assets after an individual’s death has emerged as a complex and multifaceted legal challenge. This could include cryptocurrencies, social media accounts,…
During a divorce or dissolution of a civil partnership, there are a number of factors that must be taken into account when dividing financial assets. These factors include any mental…
‘One in ten people are estimated to have dyslexia according to the British Dyslexia Association,’ says Alana Penkethman, employment expert at Laceys Solicitors. ‘Dyslexia awareness week runs from 2 –…
There are a number of ways you may be able to dispute a Will if you are concerned about its contents, the way in which it was prepared, or whether…
Most people wouldn’t think they will ever suffer memory loss which prevents them from making their own decisions. Today, September 21st, World Alzheimer’s Day, is a global effort to raise…
The issue of care home funding is not simple – you need to consider not only the financial implications or entering care, but also what happens long term should your…
If your business is embroiled in a dispute, then tough decisions will need to be made. Taking a claim to court, or defending a claim brought against you, can be…
When did you last review or update the policy on social media use for your employees? Does it reflect the way that social media is being used on a day-to-day…
Trade secrets are valuable assets for all businesses of all sizes. They can give you a competitive edge, help you attract and retain customers, and increase your business worth. Some…
Many people choose to donate to charities during their lifetime. Lifetime donations and gifts under a Will to charities are exempt from Inheritance Tax. This article explores the benefits of…
If you have made a Will, you can also consider writing a letter of wishes to accompany it. We look at the purpose of a letter of wishes and why…
Without wishing to go back to a time when many would rather forget, everyone will no doubt have their own specific memories of the first lockdown in 2020. Video calls…
In a major victory for songwriters, Ed Sheeran has been cleared of copyright infringement in a case that could have had a chilling effect on creativity in the music industry….
In a recent decision, the High Court of England and Wales has ruled that fictional characters can be recognised as copyright works. This is a significant development, as it means…