As we celebrate the season of love, February seems the perfect time to explore a topic that touches the hearts and lives of many: marriage. Beyond the romantic gestures and heartfelt vows, there are important legal considerations that come into play when two people decide to tie the knot. In the United Kingdom, marriage is…
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Starting a business, taking on a new role or entering a new partnership usually goes hand in hand with hopes and dreams but, as we at Redkite Solicitors understand, it also involves legal necessities and precautions. One instrument that plays a key role in this is the Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). If you’re wondering “What is…
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Planning a wedding or deciding to enter a civil partnership is an exciting time in anyone’s life, and while there are so many decisions to make, discussing the need for a prenuptial agreement may not be at the top of the list. However, each partner must consider the benefits of signing one and the financial…
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As we start the new year, if like businesses across every industry you are planning on hiring new staff, you need to be aware of the legal considerations that come with the hiring process. The recruitment and hiring of new candidates can be complex and time-consuming, but having a clear understanding of the legal requirements…
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Divorce proceedings are never easy, but dividing assets and working out a divorce financial settlement can make them even more challenging. Money can be a sore subject at any point in a relationship, but during a divorce, it can spark tensions and conflicts. That’s why it’s essential to enlist the help of an experienced family…
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As the holiday season approaches, for most of us, the need for legal advice is far from our mind, but sometimes problems can arise that have the potential to dampen the festive mood. From slip and fall accidents to traffic collisions, relationship break ups, disagreements about where the children should spend Christmas, or holiday pay…
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With the cost of living on the rise in the UK, many people are turning to side jobs to supplement their income. The gig economy is booming, and millions of people are increasingly reliant on side hustles such as selling on Etsy, driving for Uber or Deliveroo, or earning rental income on a spare room…
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Inheritance claims have been on the rise in England and Wales in recent years, with the Ministry of Justice reporting that the number of contested wills being heard at the High Court has reached an all-time high. In 2019, the High Court heard 188 such cases, a staggering increase of 47% from the previous year….
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Or where there’s a “Tenancy at Will” there’s a way. The case of Valley View Health Centre v NHS Property Services [2022] highlights why a commercial lease should be completed soon after the parties commence negotiations and the parties should put in place a temporary Tenancy at Will if negotiations become protracted, so that the…
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Redkite – An example to be followed? Dame Sue Carr Dame Sue Carr is the first woman in history to hold the office of Lord Chief Justice. Dame Carr was sworn into the post with effect from 1st October 2023. There are long standing and established laws relating to both equality and diversity in England…
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