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Domestic abuse is a growing concern within the UK. So what help outside of the police force is available for victims of domestic abuse?
‘This is the second time using Maxwell Hodge for house sale in 15yrs and both times nothing was too much trouble. Shirley and Karen always had the time to update and explain and more importantly, help us out.’
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Christine was extremely approachable, very easy to talk to and explained everything in detail.
‘I thought making wills would be a lengthy and complicated process but dealing with Christine made it exactly the opposite. She was extremely approachable, very easy to talk to and explained everything in detail. I would highly recommend her to anybody wanting support with a legal matter, she listens carefully and is extremely professional at all times. Thank you so much Christine!’
We regularly act for Landlord and Tenants in connection with property disputes and we have written this article to provide information to Tenants who may be having difficulties with their property.
Firstly, tenants should be aware that on the 20th March 2019, a new law came into force, which is the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018.
This Act was enacted to amend the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 which made it a requirement that all residential properties were provided and maintained which was in a state of fitness for the human habitation.
The 2018 act meant that this included both new and existing tenancies and that landlords were not only responsible for the structural maintenance of a property but also landlords were responsible for the safe and healthy living conditions their tenants were residing in.
Tenants that find their homes are not fit for human habitation can take their landlord to Court and the Court can order the landlord make repairs and address problems. Furthermore, tenants may also be entitled to compensation for any health conditions that have arose or been exasperated because of the conditions of their home.
The Act states that landlords are responsible for fixing a lot of problems but there are some exceptions to be aware of, such as problems caused by tenant behaviour and events like fires, storms and floods that are beyond the landlord’s control.
The first step in determining whether you are entitled to redress under the Act is to identify what the problem is and what issue this is causing. For example, problems with damp, lack of natural light, lack of ventilation, unsafe layout, or excess heat or cold.
If you are having difficulties with disrepair, speak to one of our colleagues today to see how we can assist. In some cases, we may be able to deal with this under a “No Win No Fee” agreement.
Today is “World Menopause Day” – a day where we can raise awareness and highlight the support available for our health and wellbeing.
There are time limits for bringing most claims. The time limit for a clinical/medical negligence claim is 3 years from the date of injury, or 3 years from the date of knowledge.
We are asked many questions about property disputes, but most of the questions relate to co-ownership. We have put together the most common questions in this article to assist
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Wills, Probate & Lifetime Planning Blogs
The Pandemic and Retiring Early – Categories: Retirement Choices
There have been several articles written about people being forced into early retirement due to Covid-19.
We are delighted and proud to have been shortlisted for the Law Society “Excellence in Pro Bono” award for our work in the community.
