Dispute resolution
From landlord disputes to licensing issues
It’s easy for minor problems to escalate into major disputes, seemingly in the blink of an eye. Opposite sides of the fence become entrenched in their views, dialogue turns to silence, action becomes impasse.
We’ve built more than 150 years’ experience in helping people overcome what might seem insurmountable. We do this through our expertise in litigation and skills in mediation.
The right approach is vital. Involving a lawyer early can often be more effective than waiting until things get worse. Choosing an advisor who really knows the law is only half the battle. Strategy and tactics need to be spot on. And you need to feel confident you’ve the right team of counsel and experts around you, acting in your best interests.
Our dispute resolution service covers the full range of issues in both consumer and commercial matters.
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Recovery of commercial rent arrears accrued during the pandemic: good news for landlords
Before the coronavirus struck, the options for landlords looking to recover commercial rent arrears were extensive. Depending on the circumstances, you could use the statutory commercial rent arrears recovery procedure (CRAR), effect forfeiture by peaceable re-entry...
Can I claim compensation after a crash caused by a road defect?
If you have been involved in a road traffic accident, we understand how much of an effect it may have had on your life and the lives of your loved ones. Many people know that they can claim compensation if an accident is caused by someone else, but what if the...
Resolving a commercial lease dispute in a recession
With the UK economy currently in the deepest recession since records began, disputes between landlords and tenants are beginning to rise as pressure mounts on commercial occupiers to find ways to diversify and slash overheads in order to survive post-Covid. As Hannah...
Defending a claim that you breached your duties as a director
It is the thing that all company directors dread – the prospect of a claim of an alleged breach of duty – for this can give rise to personal liability or can result in the imposition of criminal sanctions or a director’s disqualification order. So, what should you do...
Why you need to get proper legal advice.
In a world where so much information is available freely online, do you still need the advice of a lawyer? A simple Google search of your legal problems can provide thousands of relevant articles, and perhaps a friend has shared information on social media that seems...
Commercial debt recovery options in the face of Covid-19 and Brexit
Debt recovery is a sensitive subject at the moment given the ongoing difficulties being caused by the coronavirus. The Government is urging creditors to show restraint in order to avoid a tsunami of otherwise viable businesses being sent to the wall. However, with no...
Business Interruption Insurance – Supreme Court finds in favour of policyholders.
15/01/2021 - The Supreme Court has just handed down its judgement, following appeals brought by insurers and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) (brought on behalf of policy holders) of the High Court’s judgment of 15/09/2020. The judgment represents the conclusion...
Can I make a claim for a road traffic accident in bad weather?
If you have been involved in a road traffic accident, we understand how much of an impact this may have had on your life. The winter months with ice, snow and heavy rain can make driving a hazardous activity, leading to road traffic accidents and personal injury...
Faulty goods and returns: What are my rights when returning faulty Christmas gifts?
It can be disappointing to discover that a Christmas gift is faulty, but fortunately, you do have certain rights when it comes to returning gifts that do not function as they should. You may also be able to return gifts that you simply did not want or do not need....
