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Landlord and Tenant Update: Assured Shorthold Tenancy Energy Performance Ratings to come into effect

From 1 April 2018, assured shorthold landlords will not be able to validly enter into a new tenancy, or renew an existing tenancy, unless the energy performance rating for the property to be let is rated at Grade E or above.   There will be fines of up to £4,000
Categories:  Litigation, News
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Thinking Of Moving In Together In 2018? Get A Cohabitation Agreement

The New Year inspires many of us to make changes in our lives.  And although it may seem like a natural, fluid part of moving forward in a relationship, moving in together is a massive commitment.   Deciding to cohabitate (the very unromantic-sounding legal term for living together) is a
Categories:  Matrimonial, News
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Should You Instruct A Solicitor To Draft Your Will?

Did you know that nearly two-thirds of adults do not have a Will? One of the reasons cited for this astonishing figure is that many people do not feel they are wealthy enough to justify having one.  However, the overall average house price in Cornwall is £253,331.00, which is a
Categories:  News, Wills & Probate
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Reclaiming Employment Tribunal Fees

If you paid a fee to the Employment Tribunal in respect of a claim or appeal after July 2013, you can now apply for a refund.  There are likely to be three scenarios in which a refund is payable: –   if you made the claim on your own and
Categories:  Business, Litigation, Litigation News, News