A brief guide to Wills
What is a Will? A will is a legal document that enables a person (the Testator or Testatrix) to appoint another (the Executor(s)) to distribute their estate in accordance with his/her wishes on death. If
Intellectual Property Private Prosecutions Guidance
In a decision of huge significance to Internet providers, broadcasters, publishers and others whose income streams depend on intellectual property rights, the nation’s most senior judge has sanctioned the increasing practice of privately prosecuting pirates
Race Discrimination in the Military Test Case
An ex-soldier who claimed compensation after he was dismissed as a ‘dumb black b***ard’ by an Army sergeant was not the victim of ‘very serious’ racism, Ministry of Defence (MoD) lawyers have argued in a
The breakdown of a relationship: what about the children?
The breakdown of a relationship can be difficult for not only the separating couple, but also the children. Josiah Hincks are specialist family lawyers in Leicester with vast experience in dealing with children law issues.
Social Media in Family Law Proceedings
Not many people will be aware that the Courts do have the power to grant Injunctions to prevent disgruntled parents speaking out publicly, such as on Social Media websites, about Family Law Proceedings. This Injunction
Do I have a claim on a property owned by my spouse before we married?
Claire Holland, Josiah Hincks’ Family lawyer in Blaby writes here about potential claims on property owned before marriage. This article is not intended to reflect advice and no reliance should be placed on it. You
Can I change the locks on a joint owned property?
Our specialist family solicitor in Blaby, Claire Holland, answers a frequent question – “Can i change the locks on my house?” You should not change the locks on a jointly-owned property without the consent of
New Public Procurement Rules Announced
New procurement rules for public bodies will affect businesses, especially those that have a chequered past. Under the new EU Public Procurement Directive, authorities placing contracts will be able to consider social criteria in making
Businessman Granted £46,000 Share Loss Tax Relief
In a case which highlighted the vital distinction for tax purposes between shares that are acquired by subscription on issue, and those that are subsequently purchased, a businessman has convinced a tribunal that he is
Email Sent in Error Covered By Legal Professional Privilege
In a decision which confirms that the principle of legal professional privilege has full force in employment proceedings, a worker has failed to convince a tribunal that he should be permitted to rely upon a