Can Covert Recordings Be Used As Evidence?
Written by Rachel Duke Many people having been following Johnny Depp and Amber Heard’s defamation trial with interest. Although taking place in the US courts, it raises some interesting issues relevant…
The Truth About Pre-Nups
Written by Rachel Duke “Pre-nups are only for the super-rich” “Pre-nups are unromantic” “Prenuptial agreements aren’t legally binding” “I’m entering into a civil partnership so I can’t get a prenuptial…
House prices hit another new record in March 2022
In March 2022 Rightmove reported that the price of properties coming onto the market hit a new record high for the second consecutive month, with the national average now being £354,564.…
The Chancellor’s Spring Statement 2022
On 23 March 2022, The Chancellor of the Exchequer delivered his Spring Statement. With the rapidly increasing costs of living exacerbated by events in eastern Europe, there were demands on…
Covid-19 vaccinations for children – What happens when parents disagree?
Written by Rachel Duke In England, children aged 12 to 15 are eligible for the Covid-19 vaccine. Children aged 5 to 11 who are at higher risk are also eligible.…
The Court of Protection – The Appointment and Responsibilities of Deputies
Written by Deirdre Barnes What is the Court of Protection? The Court of Protection is a specialist Court that makes decisions for people who are unable to do so for…
Parental alienation – child or weapon?
Parental alienation – child or weapon? Written by Nasrin Manny “When a child’s resistance/hostility towards one parent is not justified and is the result of psychological manipulation by the other…
Fare Evasion Prosecutions Post Lockdown in England and Wales
Fare Evasion Prosecutions Post Lockdown in England and Wales In this blog post you will read about: An estimate of fare evasion offences during the lockdown in the UK Enhanced…
Covid 19 Domestic Violence Solicitors
It has been widely reported in the media today that the National Domestic Abuse helpline has seen a 25% increase in requests for help since the lockdown according to the…
Fruit Trees in Africa
Fruitful Office Campaign At Aletta Shaw, we like to have a healthy selection of fruit available throughout the week for the team. We have chosen to work with Fruitful Office…