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Should I Accept My Employee’s Heat of the Moment Resignation?

Posted on 27th February 2024 in Employment

When emotions are high, and conflict occurs, employees may resign in the heat of the moment. While it may be tempting to simply acknowledge this resignation and leave things at that, employers should treat this type of resignation with caution.

Posted by

Charlotte Yendell

Trainee Solicitor

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Key Points to Consider When Selling a Farm or Land in the UK

Posted on 27th February 2024 in Rural Property & Countryside Matters, Residential Property

It always serves to do some basic groundwork ahead of a sale of your land, whether that sale is imminent or not. Prior preparation can facilitate a smooth sale at the agreed price, rather than having to deal with the disappointment of delays and price adjustments down the line.

Posted by

Josh Gilbert

Partner & Solicitor

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Tales of the Unexploded: an Interesting View on the Causes of Damage to Land

Posted on 26th February 2024 in Dispute Resolution

In February 2021, residents of Exeter had the briefest of glimpses into life almost 80 years ago, when a large unexploded World War II bomb was found by site workers. In the vicinity were various residential properties and several blocks of halls of residence owned by the University. The plans to make the bomb safe were always going to be risky and, alas, the bomb detonated in quite spectacular fashion, causing damage to properties in the vicinity.

Posted by

Joanne Young

Senior Associate & Solicitor

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My Employees Are Already Using AI – What Are the Risks?

Posted on 26th February 2024 in Dispute Resolution

The use of generative artificial intelligence is transforming the way individuals are working. Informed and responsible use of generative AI has the potential to increase efficiency in the workplace, improve decision making and foster innovation.

Posted by

Jessica Whittick

Solicitor

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What Are Trust Wills and Why Are They Becoming Ever More Popular?

Posted on 26th February 2024 in Probate & Wills, Later Life Planning

A discretionary trust is a piggy bank into which assets are placed and which are looked after by your trustees on behalf of a pool of beneficiaries chosen by you.

Posted by

Vincent Dietrich

Paralegal

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What Are Crypto Assets and How Are They Treated on Divorce?

Posted on 22nd February 2024 in Family Law

Where there are finances to be resolved, it is advisable to obtain a Financial Order to record how the matrimonial finances are to be distributed. The first step to address the finances will be for both parties to complete and exchange their full and frank financial disclosure. People are increasingly treating crypto assets as a hobby or an investment opportunity and, however big or small your current holding, it must be disclosed.

Posted by

Bea Taylor

Solicitor

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The Implementation of Martha’s Rule

Posted on 22nd February 2024 in Medical Negligence

On World Sepsis Day 2023, I wrote an article raising awareness of this devastating illness, and shared the work being courageously undertaken by Martha’s parents, after Martha sadly and avoidably lost her life to sepsis at just 13 years old.

Posted by

Helena Campbell

Associate & Chartered Legal Executive

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Top Tips Employers Should Consider When Managing Sickness Absence

Posted on 22nd February 2024 in Employment

As an employer the wellbeing of your staff will be a key priority. Staff absences can pose a particular challenge; on top of concern for your employees, they can lead to greater pressure on colleagues, additional expense and, if you get it wrong, could even lead to a legal claim. Having an effective absence policy can help you deal fairly and lawfully with both long and short-term absences.

Posted by

Charlotte Yendell

Trainee Solicitor

Insights

Lasting Powers of Attorney: Why Do I Need Them and When Should I Prepare Them?

Posted on 21st February 2024 in Probate & Wills, Later Life Planning

Making a Lasting Power of Attorney may seem like a task for another day, but as time goes on, our ability to manage our affairs may decrease or be prevented by an unexpected illness or accident. By making sure that you have the documents in place, and registered, this helps to ensure that a trusted person can step in to assist you when you need it most.

Posted by

Alice Carter-Tyler

Solicitor

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Coming Soon to a High Street Near You? Compulsory Property Auctions

Posted on 20th February 2024 in Dispute Resolution

Visit high streets in some parts of England and you will find a lot of empty shops. They can look unattractive, make the public less inclined to venture into their local shopping area and, like a vicious cycle, this then adversely impacts on the businesses clinging on to survival.

Posted by

Joanne Young

Senior Associate & Solicitor

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Liability For Escaping Animals: Animals Act 1971

Posted on 16th February 2024 in Rural Property & Countryside Matters, Dispute Resolution

As an animal owner, you may have thought about - or even experienced - your animals escaping and causing damage to property or even injuring someone. Have you ever worried about your liability for damage caused by your animals? Our latest insight provides advice to animal owners on this Act which is notoriously difficult to interpret.

Posted by

Jill Headford

Partner and Solicitor

Insights

Love your Lease!

Posted on 13th February 2024 in Dispute Resolution

What better time is there than mid - February, just as the over-priced flowers and fluffy bears appear on shop shelves, to show some love for a much under-appreciated part of any commercial landlord or tenant’s life - the lease!

Posted by

Joanne Young

Senior Associate & Solicitor