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February 2019
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Artificial Intelligence (ai) – How Law Firms Are Adapting For The Future
It has taken me several hours to research and write this article. It’s not beyond the realms of possibility that the use of artificial intelligence techniques could have helped me to do it in far less time. All I would need to have done is to have given a theme, provided some parameters and……hey presto, an article that would have been maybe 90 or 95 per cent complete. But is this close to becoming a reality, or am I dreaming? Read more -
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Brexit – The Clock Is Counting Down Towards A New Framework Of Law
By virtue of The European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018, from 29 March 2019 the UK will enter a new legal world; a world in which English law will be a mix of the before and the after – those parts of European Law that are retained and a newly created body of law to fill many of the gaps that are left. With just days to go and without a transition period agreed, the rush is now on to establish the framework for that new body of law in a ‘no-deal’ context. Read more -
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Hewitsons Advises On The Sale Of Significant Medical Diagnostic Business
Hewitsons recently acted for the owners of United Open MRI Limited (“United Open”) on the sale of the shares in the company to InHealth Limited, the UK’s largest specialist provider of diagnostic solutions to the NHS and independent sector. Read more -
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The Dangers Of Using An Unregulated Will Writer
A recent study undertaken by IRN Research revealed that 19% of people who made a Will in 2018 used Will Writers, rather than a solicitor. However, the report also reveals that the majority of those people were not aware that Will Writers are unregulated. Read more -
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First Step Towards Diploma For Hewitsons Solicitors
Two more solicitors from Hewitsons’ Private Wealth team are on their way to receiving a globally recognised diploma that will position them as leading experts in their field. Read more -
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What Does ‘contesting A Will’ Mean?
Disputes over the terms of a Deceased individuals Will, occur more frequently than you might think. Hewitsons Will & Estate Disputes Team specialise in disputes of this nature. We are regularly contacted and instructed to advise individuals on what is required to contest a Will, where somebody is dissatisfied with the terms of the Deceased’s Will. Read more
January 2019
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Self-employed? Some Thoughts Following The Jess Varnish Case Against British Cycling And Uk Sport
Elephants are hard to define, but (in a phrase often cited by lawyers) you know one when you see one. So it is with employment status, which is, ultimately, determined by an Employment Judge’s reading of the tea leaves. Read more -
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Brexit - Some Eu Decisions Are Easier Than Others
As we approach the expiry of the two year notice period for the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union, we are learning a lot about decision making under the UK constitution with the present ‘tug of war’ between the Executive and the Legislature; but what of EU decision making on Brexit? Read more -
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The Growth Corridor – Vision And Realities
The “Oxford Cambridge Growth Corridor” is now becoming highly topical amongst the professional, political and business communities within its region. Read more -
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Death Of The Withdrawal Agreement
With the Withdrawal Agreement lying in tatters, May’s options have narrowed down further. Does she contemplate a no-deal Brexit or does she break her oft-repeated promise and call a second referendum? Read more -
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Brexit – ‘frustration’ Under The Microscope
Whilst the populace of the UK can be heard loudly voicing its frustration at the drama playing out in Westminster, ‘Frustration’ of a very different sort – of a legal character - is being examined in the calm and order of a London court room of the High Court.
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Landmark Decision Makes It Harder For Landlords To Use Reconstruction As A Way To Kick Out Protected Tenants
The Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 provides business tenants with protection in that it permits them to stay in the premises they occupy following the contractual expiry date of their tenancy and/or request a new tenancy on the expiry of the current tenancy.
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New Year – New Will?
For many people this time of year is an opportunity both to reflect on the year just gone and make plans for the one ahead. Life is busy for all of us and making sure personal affairs are in order can slip down the list of priorities.
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Landlords, Lettings And Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards
If you own a residential property that is let to tenants on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) you should already be aware of the requirement to provide a copy of the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) to your tenants.
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The Dangers Of Diy And Last Minute Lasting Powers Of Attorney
A son stole £700,000 from his frail mother using a Power of Attorney. Sadly, early legal precautions which could have been taken were not used and it is a warning to make a Power of Attorney, through a solicitor, while we are mentally strong enough to resist influence and recognize risks, rather than “wait until it is needed”.
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How To Contest A Will
Contesting a Will can be a complicated legal challenge to bring successfully. It is strongly recommended that specialist legal advice is obtained from the outset.
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Brexit – Choosing A Court And Enforcing A Judgment In A Post-brexit World
Whilst the current arrangements for cooperation on civil juridical matters will continue during the transition (implementation) period if the Government’s deal is agreed, the jurisdictional landscape of a post-Brexit world in a ‘no deal’ scenario remains opaque.
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The Costs Of Contesting A Will
It is difficult to estimate in advance the likely overall legal costs of contesting a Will because it is still not always possible, to predict the work that will be involved.
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