Company news
Wollens welcomes three new Partner promotions!
We are delighted to announce the promotion of three team members to Partners this autumn. Marco Floreale, Elizabeth Larner, and Craig Smith have all been appointed Partners. Each brings a wealth of experience and specialist expertise to their respective areas of law.
Elizabeth Larner reaches settlement for client who was not referred promptly for colonoscopy
Elizabeth Larner has reached a settlement of £110,000 on behalf of a gentleman in relation to a case arising from a hospital Trust’s failure to administer antibiotics during appendectomy/umbilical hernia repair surgery.
As a result of the surgical wound not healing properly, he was diagnosed with mass septic shock.
Is your land or property unregistered?
If you are unsure whether your property is registered or unregistered, you can access this information freely from the official GOV.UK website
Understanding Lasting Powers of Attorney: A Guide for Health and Welfare Decisions
In an uncertain world, preparing for the future is more than just about managing your finances or estate planning; it involves making sure your personal welfare is looked after in the way you wish, especially when you might not be able to make those decisions yourself. One critical tool for ensuring this is a Lasting Power of Attorney for health and welfare.
Landlords: what to expect in 2025
The Renters’ Rights Bill (“RRB”) plans to introduce various measures to transform the private rented sector. As part of those measures, the RRB proposes to include the provision of Awaab’s Law.
Ascertaining mental capacity to activate a lasting power of attorney
Our wills and probate solicitors set out when and how to ascertain mental capacity for activating a lasting power of attorney.
Director disqualification – what should I do if I receive notification of an investigation?
Our dispute resolution solicitors provide guidance on how to deal with an investigation for disqualification against a director
Ensuring your will is validly signed and witnessed
Our wills and probate solicitors set out how to ensure your will is legally valid.
Green leases for commercial property and the new model clauses
Our commercial property solicitors explain the model clauses for green leases for commercial property
Parental Alienation and the Family Court
The Family Justice Council has recently published guidance for all family law professionals on the concepts of parental alienation and alienating behaviours.
Buyer Beware
Understanding “Buyer Beware” in Property Transactions: What You Need to Know as a Buyer
Christmas office opening hours 2024
Christmas office opening hours 2024
Workplace Challenges in Winter Weather
A recent investigation that uncovered instances of modern slavery involving workers at McDonald’s outlets and at a supplier to major supermarkets has flagged the urgent need for employers to remain vigilant against such practices.
Health and Welfare Lasting Powers of Attorney
The recent publication of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill into parliament has drawn sharp focus on the public mood on assisted dying and the importance of having the choice about how you die in the event of a terminal diagnosis.
The Benefits of a Cohabitation Agreement
A cohabitation agreement is a legal document designed for couples who live together but are not married.