Insights

Inderdeep Kanda from our commercial property team talks about the rights that business tenants have under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954.

Inderdeep Kanda from our commercial property team talks about whether a landlord can increase rent during a lease.

Kate Wells from our Wills & Probate team discusses whether a child can inherit.

Kate Wells from our Wills & Probate team discusses what happens to your estate if you are married and have children and die without making a Will.

Kate Wells from our Wills & Probate team discusses whether someone can access your online accounts after you pass away.

As more of our lives move online, it is no surprise that estate planning is beginning to follow. From online banking and social media accounts to cryptocurrency and digital photographs, many people now own valuable digital assets that should be considered when planning for the future.

Although the role of an Executor and a Trustee is often conducted by the same individual, each role has different responsibilities attached. Understanding each role will determine decisions you make regarding your own estate or when requested to fulfil either role.

The Government has recently issued clearer guidance on the minimum EPC requirements for commercial premises.

Whether it's a shop, an office, a warehouse, or cafe, buying a commercial unit is a significant step for any business. It can provide long-term security for your premises and the opportunity to build value in an asset alongside your trading operation.

Drafting excellent standard terms and conditions is wasted effort if those terms never actually become part of your contracts.

Most businesses have standard terms and conditions, but far fewer have terms that will stand up when problems arise.

Entire agreement clauses are one of the most commonly used provisions in commercial contracts.