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Probate Court Fees

The Government seems hell bent on taxing estates by the back door. Not content with a 40% inheritance tax bill and allowances that have barely increased since 1986, we are now faced with an impending massive hike in probate court fees.

Consultation for new Code for Leasing Business Premises launched by RICS

A consultation has been published by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) for a new code for leases of business Premises.

The last slice for Copyright protection

The European Court of Justice held that the taste of food cannot be protected by Copyright. The Court held that the taste of food was too "subjective and variable" for it to meet the requirements for copyright protection.

Intellectual Property: Why is it important?

Intellectual Property is something that appears in our daily lives and people are becoming more aware of it.

Frequently Asked Questions about Probate

"Probate" often refers to a Grant of Representation in an Estate. This is a legal document that confirms who has the authority to deal with an Estate after a person dies.

2017 Electronic Communications Code

An application by developers has recently been dismissed by The Upper Tribunal (Lands Chamber) after the developers sought an order...

Child Arrangements Order

What exactly is a Child Arrangements Order and what are the considerations of an Order for a Child Arrangements Order being made?

To be or not to be… Employed, that is the question!

Whether staff are employed or self-employed can have a significant impact on a business and the individuals...

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