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Grandparents often play a significant role in a child’s life providing love, stability and support. Unfortunately, when families experience relationship breakdowns, divorce or other disputes, grandparents can sometimes find themselves cut off from their grandchildren. Many people are surprised to learn that in England and Wales grandparents do not have an automatic legal right to…
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When Wales introduced the default 20mph speed limit on many residential and built-up roads in September 2023, it quickly became one of the most debated changes to road law in recent years. Many motorists questioned whether the lower speed limit would make roads safer, while others felt it would simply slow journeys without reducing accidents.…
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One of the most common questions people ask when considering divorce is “How long will it take?” Whilst every case is different, the divorce process in England and Wales generally takes a minimum of six to eight months from start to finish, provided matters progress smoothly and there are no significant disputes. However, where disagreements…
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Many people believe that once they separate from their spouse or former partner and divide their assets, financial matters are automatically concluded. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. In England and Wales, financial claims arising from a marriage can remain open indefinitely unless they are formally dismissed by the Court. This means that, in…
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If you have been injured in an accident at work, you may be entitled to claim compensation. Employers have a legal duty to provide a safe working environment for their employees. This includes ensuring that appropriate training, equipment, supervision and safety procedures are in place to reduce the risk of accidents occurring. Unfortunately, workplace accidents…
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In recent years increasing attention has been drawn to the number of complaints and compensation claims arising from care provided by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in North Wales. The scale of these claims is significant with the Health Board accounting for a substantial proportion of the Welsh NHS’s clinical negligence payouts. Recent figures show…
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Fundamental Dishonesty in Personal Injury Claims In personal injury claims honesty is central to the integrity of the Court process. While the vast majority of Claimants bring legitimate claims following genuine accidents, there has been an increasing focus in recent years on allegations of fundamental dishonesty. What is fundamental dishonesty? Fundamental dishonesty is a legal…
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When people hear the phrase “50/50 split” in divorce, it often conjures a simple clean image that everything is divided right down the middle, both parties walk away equally and fairness achieved. In reality, however, the concept is far more complex and often far less balanced than it sounds. A true 50/50 split suggests that…
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In modern Britain, traditional life milestones are no longer followed in a neat, predictable order. The once-expected sequence of marriage, home ownership then children has shifted significantly. For many people in their twenties and thirties, priorities now centre on building stable careers with marriage and family life often postponed or reconsidered entirely. Recent figures highlight…
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Divorce can be a complicated and emotional process, particularly when it comes to finances. One critical aspect of divorce proceedings is financial disclosure which entails both spouses revealing their financial information to ensure a fair division of assets. Unfortunately, not all individuals are transparent about their finances and some may attempt to hide assets. What…