A recent Court of Protection judgment gives guidance over the interpretation that should be applied to certain provisions in Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) and helps to clarify what clients can and cannot include within these vital documents.
Welcome news for some as the statutory legacy has increased. Whilst inheritance tax allowances remain frozen for the foreseeable future, since 26 July 2023 the statutory legacy payable on intestacy to a deceased person’s spouse or civil partner has increased.
Off-boarding – how to ensure a smooth transition to leaving day
News
An employee leaving on good terms can benefit the employer in relation to the company’s reputation, future employment and ‘boomerang’ employees who decide to return to the employer further down the line.
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Unlawful eviction and harassment – think before you act!
Property litigation
Insights
Landlords sometimes overlook the proper eviction procedures for removing an occupier from their property, putting them at risk of unintentionally committing a criminal and/or civil offence related to unlawful eviction and/or harassment.
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