There is no generally accepted definition of overage. Rather, it is a term used to describe a situation where a seller, in certain circumstances, is entitled to share in an increase in the value of land which is realised post completion of the sale.

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.

A prenuptial agreement can provide clarity and certainty by setting out how you and your spouse will share the assets you have if you were to divorce, whilst also protecting certain categories of assets from being distributed between you.

With the focus in the construction industry and surrounding supply chain on reducing carbon emissions, driving to net zero carbon, and related building safety improvements, it is good to see that the authors of the NEC Contract have taken an important step towards facilitating sustainability in a contractual sense.

'Hope value' was originally introduced to ensure that landowners would receive existing use value (EUV) of their land, plus a premium to reflect future lost earnings. Many now argue that such payments are anachronistic and responsible for the artificial inflation of land prices, so the the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023 (LURA) now gives the Secretary of State the ability to remove, or cap, hope value from CPO-related compensation payments.

In this discussion, Sarah Wakeman of Carers Trust Heart of England speaks with Richard Dundee at Wright Hassall to demystify Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) and their vital role in planning for the unexpected.

In 2025, the UK property market is experiencing a resurgence, with both residential and commercial sectors showing signs of renewed activity. As transaction volumes increase, so too does the complexity of deals - particularly in high-value and distressed markets. For buyers and sellers alike, legal due diligence has become a top priority.

As the UK commercial property landscape continues to evolve, businesses—particularly in the retail and office sectors—are increasingly seeking legal advice to renegotiate their leases.

This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to remove a director from a company, outlining the procedures and considerations involved.

Hybrid working has now become a common approach, particularly in office-based environments. But what is hybrid working, and how should employers go about implementing it?