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Nestlé – Not So Sweet
A recent Tribunal decision in Mr Luke Billings v Nestlé UK Ltd offers a striking reminder that even where an ...
Let There Be Light: When does loss of light become an actionable claim?
Established over centuries, the legal concept of right to light exerts a considerable influence over property law and the construction ...
When Estates Stall: Understanding Delays in Probate and the Value of Independent Administration
Estate Administration can be a long and complex process. Even Estates that initially appear straightforward can lose momentum due to ...
Preparing for Adulthood: Deputyship for Young People Who Lack Capacity
When a child who lacks mental capacity approaches their 18th birthday, families face an important legal shift. At 18, the ...
Protecting Your Commercial Edge: Understanding Restrictive Covenants in Commercial Contracts
What would you do if a former contractor walked away with your biggest customer? In a market defined by rapid ...
Payment Pitfalls: Lessons from Vision Construct v Gypcraft
Why payment deadlines matter in construction contracts In the world of construction contracts, timing is everything ...
From Paw Prints to Paperwork: How to make sure your pet is looked after when you’re gone
For many of us, a pet is part of the family. When you are making a Will, it is sensible ...
Everlasting Joy for Leaseholders: The Ground Rent Cap
The UK Government have finally released details on the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill. At the heart of the Bill ...
Just a Lidl bit of water can amount to gross misconduct
In Oxborough v Lidl Great Britain a Tribunal found that consuming unauthorised items or products at work regardless of the ...
Rightly Contested or Udderly Ridiculous – What the “Post Milk Generation” Trade Mark Case Means for Brand Owners
Branding meets regulation and regulation wins. The Supreme Court has made it clear that even a single “milk” reference can ...
Do I Have a Right of Way Because I’ve Been Using My Neighbour’s Land for Years?
A question that frequently arises is whether long‑term use of a neighbour’s land, such as regularly walking across it, automatically ...
Patience is a Virtue – the State of Life Sciences Capital Transactions in the UK
Life sciences investment transactions have shown a clear trend over the last few years – fewer transactions, but for higher ...
