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Contesting a will on the grounds of forgery

If it can be proved that a will in its entirety has been forged or the person allegedly making the will's signature has been forged, this will result in the will being invalid.

A farmer’s guide to joint ventures

There are several reasons a farmer might consider setting up a joint venture: they may need more resource (monetary, machinery or simply more manpower); it might enable an aspiring farmer to get a foot on the farming ladder (which would otherwise be prohibitively expensive); and a JV can help a family farm to navigate a potentially difficult period such as a death in the family.

Bankrupts fail in claim to have interests in land revested in them

The claim by Mr and Mrs Brake (Brake v Swift), heard in the High Court in May, to have a cottage and adjacent land revested in them under Section 283A of the Insolvency Act 1986, was set against a background of convoluted litigation extending over a number of years, described by Matthews HHJ as ‘complex’.

Cohabiting eclipses legal partnerships

According to the latest set of statistics from the Office for National Statistics, the proportion of people in a relationship and cohabiting has increased from 19.7% in 2012 to 22.7% in 2022, a trend that looks set to continue. Although there are many reasons why people in long term relationships choose to not to marry it is likely that only a few have considered the legal implications of not doing so.

Smooth Sailing: Mastering Child Arrangements for Summer Holidays

As the summer holidays are fast approaching, many parents find themselves navigating the arrangements for their children. It can be a challenging time for separated parents, but it can also be a time of joy and relaxation for parents and children.

Fraudulent misrepresentation - Edwards v Ashik (2014)

In general, where a claimant argues that a defendant has made a misrepresentation, it is for the claimant to show that the misrepresentation induced the claimant to enter into the contract.

Managing Child Arrangements for the Christmas Holidays

The festive season is a time of joy and togetherness, but for separated parents, it can also be a source of stress as they work out child arrangements. Ensuring that children have a positive holiday experience requires careful planning, communication, and a focus on their well-being,

Beware of the professional negligence claims limitation period

If you have a professional negligence claim to bring against a surveyor, accountant, barrister, solicitor, architect, or other professional adviser, beware of the limitation periods.

Why Business Owners Should Consider a Pre-Nuptial Agreement

While the idea of a pre-nuptial agreement may not seem romantic, it can be a vital tool for protecting your business in the event of a divorce.