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Executors: beware of DWP claims against an estate

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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

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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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Government publishes new consultation on calculating holiday for part-year and irregular hours workers

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In January, the government launched a consultation on proposals to deal with the calculation of holiday entitlement for workers who work for only part of the year or work irregular hours following the decision of the Supreme Court in Harpur Trust v Brazel last year.

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Guide to effective mediation: your questions answered

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Our accredited mediators answer commonly asked questions about the mediation process, including how to choose a mediator and get the most from pre-mediation.

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Has COVID killed the search and seizure order?

Commercial litigation and disputes
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A search (and seizure) order is a powerful tool in the litigator’s armoury where there are concerns in a dispute that crucial evidence will not be preserved.

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Helping you make a Will: which Will suits you?

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Arguably the most important document the average person will sign during their lifetime is a Will; after all, which other document deals with all your assets and decides who will receive them after your death?

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How to prevent Will disputes

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With more people disputing Wills every year, our specialist Wills solicitors suggest you take legal advice early to avoid financial and familial stress later.

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Intestacy and unexpected Inheritance tax bills

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Our inheritance tax specialists examine the inheritance tax bills some families may face if their loved one died without a Will. Contact an IHT solicitor on 0800 652 8025 for an initial consultation. Offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

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Long COVID – should employers accept that it is a disability within the meaning of the Equality Act?

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It is estimated that more than one million people in the UK are suffering with the prolonged side effects of Covid.

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Midlands a hot spot for serious workplace accidents

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The Clarke Willmott personal injury team acts for severely injured victims of accidents at work to help secure the best treatment, care, rehabilitation and compensation.

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Mutual Wills: should you have them?

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We explore the pros and cons of Mutual Wills – Wills drawn up by at least two people, who agree not to alter their Will after the other dies. Call 0800 652 8025 for an initial consultation. National firm – based in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

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