One of the most commonly used phrases in the English language is “as soon as possible”. We all think we know what it means – doesn’t it sit somewhere between “immediately” and “as soon as reasonably practicable”?

We look at some of the issues with solar panels on security and what practical steps can be taken relating to repossessed security.

In Bieber & Others v Teathers Limited, the High Court considered whether the parties had reached a binding settlement. The court concluded that an agreement had been reached and Teathers was therefore obliged to pay the settlement sum of £2 million.

The question whether surveyors owe a duty of care to buy-to-let investors where a valuation was prepared just for the lender, has been resolved finally after the Supreme Court appeal was withdrawn.

Court action to obtain payment can sometimes be a lengthy process and adjudication is not always available or appropriate.

It is clear that the housing sector is facing uncertain times. The only certainty is that more will change. Housing providers are starting on a challenging journey of transformation.

Following the case of Avocet Industrial Estates LLP v Merol (2011), tenants have taken an increasingly cautious approach to compliance with break clause conditions requiring payment of rent and other sums due.

Following the death of a loved one, if it transpires that their wishes were not correctly drafted in a Will, it may be possible to pursue a claim seeking confirmation from the Court that the Deceased’s wishes should be implemented. Such claims for contesting a will include a declaration as regards the true construction of a Will or a claim for rectification, both of which are detailed below.

Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) offers other way to deal with a dispute than the Courts.

In case some readers think the answer to the above question is a matter of dry academic law with no practical relevance, some £10 million turned, at least in part, on the distinction between those phrases in the case of Anchor 2020 Ltd v Midas Construction Ltd.