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£39M clinical negligence claim after hospital meningitis error
Sue Jackson examines the case of a 4-year-old girl receiving £39 million after all four limbs were amputated after a hospital error.
Everything you need to know about a Tenancy Deposit Claim
What are Tenancy Deposit Claims and what do they mean for both landlords and tenants? Read on to learn all you need to know about your rights around deposits.
No Fault Divorce: The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020
The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 comes into force on 6 April 2022. The first change in divorce law for nearly fifty years.
Why do you need to update and change your will?
SRB can help you understand why you need a will and how to use a codicil to amend your will. Read on to find out more about wills, inheritance and the rules of intestacy.
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 [...]
A Fond Farewell to Valued Colleagues & Friends
A Fond Farewell to Valued Colleagues & Friends Outstanding contribution. Time stands still for nobody and that truism is confirmed as we announce the retirement of two SRB colleagues and friends, Iain Leslie and [...]
Settlement Agreements and Furlough
Using a settlement agreement in order to manage their workforce requirements when faced with the uncertain economic effect of Covid-19.