Judge tells CQC to reconsider inspection report and rating due to “real possibility” of bias
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Corporate and commercial law
In a recent case the judge ordered the CQC to reconsider an inspection report and rating due to the apparent bias of an inspector. This shows a way to challenge inspection reports, ratings and enforcement action against care homes, even though the case involved private hospitals.
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Kirill Bingham
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Bridget Sanger
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Kathryn is a senior associate in the Employment team based in our Taunton office. She is a personable, conscientious and commercially savvy lawyer who goes the extra mile for her clients, offering pragmatic, timely advice and support.
Landmark inheritance tax ruling could save households six-figure sums
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Private wealth
A landmark tribunal ruling has provided relief to families who engaged in historic ‘home loan’ inheritance tax schemes, potentially saving them thousands from death duty bills, says private client partner Paul Davies.
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Paul Davies
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The legal sector has seen a surge in interest from private equity (PE) firms. This trend presents both opportunities and challenges for the legal sector. Are you ready to engage in these discussions? Before embarking on this journey, it’s crucial to consider several key factors.
Written by
Kelvin Balmont
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Michaela is a solicitor in the Commercial Property Team in Birmingham. She has gained experience in a variety of commercial real estate transactions from investment, landlord and tenant work, acquisitions and disposals, corporate support and real estate finance.
Recent figures suggest that the number of probate cases taking over a year to be granted has risen by 134% over the last three years. Expert lawyers say the result is additional stress and financial implications for grieving families.
Written by
Jeremy Bourke
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The private client team at Clarke Willmott recently held a webinar looking at provisions for children included in a will when a parent dies. Associate Georgia Collier and Lifetime Executive Sarah Arkless share their expertise here.
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