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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Seriousness of parental alienation highlighted in recent case
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With a rapid rise in cases of parental alienation in the UK, a recent Judgement has shown that Courts are not taking the matter lightly and are unafraid to take action against offenders.
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The FCA’s thematic review of retirement income advice – A “mixed picture”
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Financial services litigation
Announced in January 2023, the FCA has recently published its latest thematic review into retirement income advice. The FCA has published its report TR24/1 alongside a Dear CEO letter asking firms to make improvements to their processes.
Written by
,
Laura Robinson (née Hazell)
and
Meg Perris
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If you are making Christmas gifts to family and friends, the IHT consequences may not be at the forefront of your mind, but it might be helpful to be aware of the possible IHT effect of such gifts.
