Housing Law Update – The Court of Appeal provide guidance on the penalties for breaching an Anti-Social Behaviour Injunction
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In July 2020, the Civil Justice Council produced a report which highlighted several inconsistencies in the way the County Courts dealt with sentencing for breach of injunctions made under the Anti-Social Behaviour Crime and Policing Act 2014.
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Lauren Hampton
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Important Judgment Made for COVID-19 Business Interruption Cases
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Commercial litigation and disputes
A recent Court of Appeal judgment made in the landmark ‘Excel case’ which centres around Covid-19 related business interruption coverage, could have wider implications for other businesses affected by loss during the pandemic.
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Cathy Harris
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Specialist Personal and Serious Injury lawyers at Clarke Willmott have long been members and supporters of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers, and are getting behind “Injury Prevention Week” from 27th June to 1st July 2022
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Intellectual Property (IP) is the key asset for many businesses. Without knowledgeable and proactive legal advice and a clear IP strategy, businesses may fail to protect their IP rights, leaving themselves without effective protection in cases of IP infringement. Effective IP exploitation can also help increase the profitability of your business.
Someone who has lost the mental capacity to manage their finances may well hold assets – such as investments, property and shares – in different parts of the world. If you’re looking after their affairs, it can be complicated and difficult to get financial institutions in other countries to recognise a Lasting Power of Attorney or Deputy order. Our specialist Court of Protection solicitors can help you by co-ordinating and dealing with these assets.
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A combination of factors, including the UK’s departure from the EU and the relative weakening of the British pound, has seen overseas investment in the UK increase. Clarke Willmott’s team of corporate and commercial solicitors specialises in advising overseas investors who may be looking to invest in the UK.
From 1 April 2022, new legislation comes into effect regarding the use of red diesel and rebated fuels, which has been used in a variety of industries often associated with agriculture and construction.
Frustration will only apply if your contract does not already deal with such unforeseen events (force majeure) and only if the unforeseen event is not caused by either party’s conduct.
