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Blanket ‘Do not resuscitate’ orders are not lawful

Following the revelations by the CQC that blanket DNAR orders were being imposed by care homes on the recommendations of GPs during the first stage of the pandemic, there has been a wave of understandable outrage. So what is a DNAR and when should it be used?

An invalid will due to a lack of testamentary capacity

In 2021 the High Court ruled that Evan Richard Hughes' final will was invalid as he lacked the necessary testamentary capacity when he made his will. This was decided even though both a solicitor and medical professional determined that he did have the required testamentary capacity at the time of making his will.

Mediation - What is a successful outcome?

Using mediation to deal with and resolve harassment and discrimination issues in the workplace can be very cost-effective for employers who would otherwise have to deal with work related stress, absences, depression and claims of disability discrimination.

Reforming the Landlord/Tenant Relationship

Considerable column inches have already been devoted to the introduction of The Renters (Reform) Bill with many commentators lamenting that it will hasten the demise of the private landlord. Hailed as the biggest overhaul of residential tenancy law for over thirty years, it seeks to address perceived inequalities in the landlord/tenant relationship.

Closure of Geoffrey Parker Bourne Solicitors, Stratford upon Avon

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has intervened into the practice of Mr Simon Andrew Clive Newbold, Ms Zakia Khalid and Mr Roy George at GPB Solicitors LLP based at GPB House, Arden Court, Arden Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6NT.

Protect your compensation money and benefits with a personal injury trust

At present, if you receive compensation for a personal injury, the amount will be taken into account if you are assessed for means-tested benefits such as income support, housing benefit, council tax benefit and job seekers allowance.

Emiliano Sala dispute – do Cardiff have to pay transfer fee?

The tragic death of Argentinian footballer Emiliano Sala as he flew to meet up with his new club Cardiff City from Nantes on January 21 has shaken the world of football.

Wright Hassall announces permanent hybrid working

A hybrid approach to working is being permanently introduced at Leamington-based law firm Wright Hassall, which will see the majority of the company’s workforce given the option to split their time between their home and the firm’s offices.

Part 26A Restructuring Plans – making business rescue more possible

Over the last few years, the opportunity for businesses in financial difficulty to be rescued by proposing a restructuring plan rather than entering an insolvency procedure has generally been well received by stakeholders. Making this measure more accessible to SMEs may see it become an even more popular regeneration option for businesses and their creditors.

Disposing of surplus land in the wake of HS2 Phase 2 cancellation

The announcement by the Prime Minister in October 2023 that he was cancelling Phase 2 of HS2 was met with a justified barrage of criticism by proponents and opponents alike. The question now, is whether or not those who have had their land compulsorily purchased but which is now surplus to requirements, will be able to recover it and, if so, how.