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Trusts and the 5th Anti-Money Laundering Directive

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There has been some publicity in the media recently about the effect on trusts of the 5th Anti-Money Laundering Directive (5th AMLD).

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Retail update: Defamation, assault & food poisoning

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Retail & leisure
Two recent High Court cases reflect the fact that poor customer service and failures to deal with complaints and claims in a proper manner at an early stage can lead to unexpected and unwelcome outcomes for retail and leisure businesses.

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When does “unwanted conduct” constitute harassment?

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The EAT held that a female manager did not harass a male team member when she gave him an unwanted back, neck and shoulder massage in an open plan office.

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Personal injury compensation and divorce

Family law
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Find out how a nuptial agreement could protect a personal injury compensation from divorce or relationship breakdown. Call 0800 652 8025

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Making gifts under Power of Attorney: a guide for Attorneys and Deputies

Court of Protection
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If you’re an Attorney or Deputy acting on an incapable person’s behalf, find out what gifts you can make under Power of Attorney. Call 0800 652 8025.

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Caesarean v natural birth – pros and cons of each

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For many years it has been the case that whenever possible a women should be offered a choice of how to deliver her child – natural vaginal delivery or a caesarean section.

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The advantages of discretionary Will trusts

Wills & probate
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We explain how discretionary Will trusts work and explore how one might have prevented a family dispute over a Scottish estate. Call 0800 652 8025 for an initial consultation with a Wills specialist. Offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

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Siblings and inheritance tax planning

Wills & probate
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The vexed question of the position of siblings under UK Inheritance tax (IHT) law has again received some coverage in the media.

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Executors: beware of DWP claims against an estate

Wills & probate
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We explain how executors of an estate can protect themselves from personal liability to debtors – including overpayment recovery from the DWP. Need help managing an estate? Contact a specialist solicitor now on 0800 652 8025 for an initial consultation.

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Executors: why you should advertise for creditors

Wills & probate
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We explain why advertising for creditors can help protect executors from personal liability to the deceased’s debt. For advice, call 0800 652 8025. Award winning national firm based in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

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