When lockdown happened in March 2020, businesses across the UK were forced to quickly re-think their way of working. The Justice System and Courts faced the same difficulties, with previously hectic Court rooms falling silent, replaced with remote hearings conducted over the phone or by video. The Benefits of Virtual Courtrooms The benefits of this…
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At the beginning of the first lockdown period, the Government issued a ban on landlords forfeiting leases of commercial premises. This ban was due to come to an end on 31 December 2020; however, on 9 December 2020 the Government announced a further extension which is effective until 31st of March 2021. This is said…
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At Redkite solicitors, we frequently receive enquiries relating to Inheritance Tax liability (‘IHT’). In this article, we, therefore, offer guidance on some of the key issues. Determining when inheritance tax is due, and in what amount, can be a complex task. There are various exemptions and reliefs available, depending upon the composition and circumstances of…
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Film Star Johnny Depp has been ordered to pay hundreds of thousands of pounds in respect of his now infamous failed libel case. The case has been one of the most high profile defamation cases in recent history, taking place over a staggering 16 days, with witnesses giving evidence from as far away as LA,…
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Following the handing down of the judgment relating to the pandemic test case last week, the consequential hearing following that judgment has been listed on the 2 October 2020. It is expected that during that hearing, appeal applications will be considered. The Financial Conduct Authority (‘FCA’) has issued a guidance letter following the judgment. This…
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BREAKING NEWS IMPORTANT DECISION FOR ALL BUSINESSES THAT MAY BE COVERED BY BUSINESS INTERRUPTION INSURANCE Business Interruption Insurance – The Pandemic Test Case Decision GOOD NEWS FOR POLICY HOLDERS Intro Covid-19 has not only disrupted the personal lives of many, it has also had an unprecedented and disastrous financial impact on many businesses. This in…
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Adjudication and the Technology and Construction Court (‘TCC’) Historically, the TCC has been reluctant to resist the enforcement of an adjudicator’s decision. Adjudication has allowed for certain payment disputes to be resolved in an expedient manner. This avoids a payee enduring a long and costly Court process before being able to receive any monies wrongly…
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Following the government’s recent announcement, our Employment Law Team outline some of the guidance on the intended changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS). The key financial points are as follows:- ⇒ CJRS will continue to run until the end of October 2020; ⇒ Employers will continue to be able to claim for 80%…
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Tell us a bit about yourself Sarah? I am a Legal Advisor in the Wills and Probate Department of Redkite, based in our Haverfordwest office. I have been in this role since 2016 but have worked for Redkite for 12 years. Prior to being a Legal Advisor for Wills & Probate I was part of…
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Moving house has consistently appeared in the top three most stressful situations you can go through in life. Not selling it to you? How about this then: moving into your dream home, a house that finally fits your growing family, or having that beautiful garden to grow your very own vegetables in, can be one…
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