Government proposes fixed costs for clinical negligence claims
The government has proposed fixed costs of £25,000 for clinical negligence claims. It may lead to unfair compensation for victims of medical negligence.
Driving whilst holding a mobile phone is now illegal
New legislation has come into effect in 2022 for using a mobile phone while driving. A legal loophole has now been closed to improve driver safety.
Video-witnessed wills legislation extended
The government has announced the extension of the video-witness wills legislation until January 2024 to help those who are isolating. To find out more, read on.
Property News: Inauguration Of New Conveyancing Forms
A number of conveyancing forms have been launched to increase the amount of property information available. Read on to learn more about new conveyancing forms.
Government Introduces New Cyber Laws
The UK government introduced the PSTI, the law requires digital tech businesses to ensure they meet new cyber security standards. Read on for more details.
Government Introduces New Legislation For Carers
The government has introduced new legislation for carers. It has resulted from a consultation, that recognised the challenge of work and caring responsibilities.
The Whiplash Reforms: Are they working?
The government's online portal, 'Official Injury Claim' (OIC) went live at the end of May. So, it needs to be asked, are the whiplash reforms working?
Government Consults on Flexible Working as Default Position
In 2019, the government committed to supporting flexible working and is introducing measures to help ‘make flexible working the default’ within reason.
The Age Of Digital Divorce
Covid-19 all our lives online. Divorce proceedings were no exception. Although many in-person services have now resumed, digital divorces remain the way forward.
Excess Money-Gifting
Pandemic could lead to excess money gifting The events of the last year have of course given rise to well-documented stories of personal tragedy and hardship. However, there has been one unintended consequence of the situation that has started to receive more attention as we progressively move towards a more normal time. Official figures have [...]