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The problems associated with ‘deathbed’ wills

Wills & probate
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While taking time, careful consideration and expert advice is the preferred way to record a will, sometimes the need to act quickly in order to change or obtain a person’s final wishes arises and this can cause issues for both the family and the solicitor involved.

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The role of a Case Manager in a medical negligence claim

Medical negligence
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Kerry Fifield, partner and AvMA and Law Society clinical negligence panel manager considers the role of a Case Manager when dealing with a claim.

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Who can consent to a deprivation of liberty for children and young persons?

Court of Protection
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It is increasingly easier for practitioners to spot a deprivation of liberty when a person is over 18 – but perhaps not so simple when considering whether a child, or young person is deprived of their liberty.

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“This blessed plot…” – The SDLT advantages of buying vacant land

Residential conveyancing
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From an SDLT perspective, buying a plot and then engaging someone to build a house on it afterwards may confer a number of SDLT blessings.

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Acting as an executor: how to protect yourself from personal liability

Court of Protection
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Executors of a Will, or administrators of an intestate estate have a number of different duties to discharge when administering an estate.

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Brain cancer signs, types and grades. Know yours.

Medical negligence
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Almost 11,700 people are diagnosed with a brain tumour each year – that’s 32 people every day. Do you know the common types and symptoms of a brain tumour?

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Can someone with dementia make a Will?

Court of Protection
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Clarke Willmott explore whether people with dementia could have the mental capacity to make a valid Will. Call 0800 652 8025 today to speak to a Wills specialist. Offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

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Challenging Validity: Receivers’ appointment under legal charge declared valid

Commercial litigation and disputes
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Clarke Willmott successfully obtained summary judgment on behalf of professional receivers who had been appointed under a legal charge against development land

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Checklist: 10 things you need to do when employing staff for the first time

Employment
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It is crucial to understand the many legal considerations involved with hiring new staff. Whether you’re a first-time employer or have never hired an employee before, there are essential steps to follow.

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Claims under warranties or for misrepresentation – the debate continues

Commercial litigation and disputes
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Buying a business ought to be a positive experience, but what happens if the acquisition goes wrong? What can an injured buyer do to seek redress?

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