The £500,000 estate of recently deceased UK actress and comedienne Caroline Aherne is to be inherited entirely by her mother under Government intestacy rules, after she failed to make a will.
Read moreInheritance test case to decide future of excluded offspring
Three animal welfare charities are fighting to preserve almost £500,000 left to them by a woman who made no provisions for her daughter.
Read moreHigh Court takes robust action against copyright breaches
A nightclub boss has received a substantial bill and been warned that he could face prison after it emerged that he had been playing music without the relevant copyright licence.
Read moreEmployers urged to consider health and safety ahead of Christmas
With the festive season upon us, many employers will be hanging up decorations in the office, or even planning workplace parties or games with the hope of spreading some festive cheer. But our team are reminding employers to be wary…
Read moreBitter dispute over poorly maintained lime tree
A London professional has found himself locked in a legal battle with the property company that manages his neighbour’s home, following claims that a poorly maintained lime tree is causing structural damage to his property.
Read moreSlow and subtle recovery in housing market, says Rics
A slow start to the residential market in 2017 is expected due to a lack of stock, surveyors have said.
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