Michelle Griffiths Newquay

Property Fraud – Be Aware … Be Alert(ed)!

The Court of Appeal has decided that solicitors acting for sellers of property should share responsibility with solicitors acting for buyers in cases where clients lose money because of fraudulent ‘sellers’.   In both cases decided by the Court recently, a scam artist had pretended to be the owner of
plumber for Nalders blog

Tough gig …

An employment dispute can get complicated in the best of circumstances, and even more so when the question ‘are you even an employee?’ arises.   The recent Supreme Court case of Pimlico Plumbers has highlighted the continual issues surrounding the ever expanding gig economy. The gig economy focuses on the
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Pater Griffiths

Can you trust your attorney?

Appointing an attorney can be an easy task if you have close family or friends in whom you have complete trust and confidence.  However, as the press readily tell us, investigations into the actions of attorneys and deputies appointed under the lasting power of attorney (LPA) procedure are increasing.  It
Categories:  News, Wills & Probate
Peter Bushell from Nalders

Grandparents have rights too

It is easy to see how being a grandparent who is prevented from being able to see their grandchild would be a very upsetting situation to be in. Unfortunately after a breakdown of a relationship, this situation is a real possibility, and one that we encounter often.   Luckily, if
Categories:  Matrimonial, News
Back of a car

It’s not you, it’s me. Could no-fault divorce be the way forward?

The worst break-up excuse? No. Just an amicable divorce.   The current law, which dates back to 1973, makes it virtually impossible for couples to divorce without blame, unless they have been separated for at least two years. Apportioning blame often leads to animosity and further heartache at a time
Categories:  Matrimonial, News