All our legal advice articles

Theft and stealing in the UK: What the law says and possible punishments

Published on 06/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Police at your door at 6am. Security guards detaining you at Tesco. An Evri parcel goes missing and suddenly you're the stealing accused. Right now, your mind probably races with questions: What exactly does theft meaning cover under law?

Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR): When & how to report?

Published on 05/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Reasonable grounds for suspicion trigger immediate reporting obligations; waiting for certainty means you've already breached POCA.

Have you been arrested by the police? Your rights

Published on 05/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Do you know your constitutional rights if you are stopped and searched by police? However, it has brought to light what rights police have...

When can employers see your criminal record in the UK?

Published on 04/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Most jobs protect your spent convictions; only vulnerable roles involving children or property access trigger mandatory employer DBS check requirements.

How to apply for a restraining order in the UK?

Published on 04/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 7 mins

Civil courts grant protection orders directly without requiring criminal convictions or ongoing police prosecutions against your abuser.

Legal guide to drug offences in the UK

Published on 03/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 7 mins

Possession carries prison time even for first offences, and consumption being legal doesn't protect you from prosecution.

Breach of restraining order defences in the UK

Published on 03/11/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Effective enforcement demands immediate breach reporting, meticulous evidence documentation, and specialist solicitor intervention for both parties.

Politically Exposed Person (PEP): What are the legal limitations?

Published on 31/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 7 mins

The 2007 Money Laundering Regulations define a politically exposed person (PEP) as "an individual with a high profile political role or someone who has been entrusted with a prominent public function.'

Anti-Money Laundering: Small Firms and Risk Assessments

Published on 31/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

The Financial Conduct Authority issues minimum £5,000 fines, but averages £96,000 for small businesses with inadequate risk assessment documentation.

What Is Anti-Money Laundering (AML)? Meaning, regulations & process

Published on 30/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 7 mins

If you're wondering whether your business needs to worry about anti-money laundering rules, the answer is likely yes, and the stakes are higher than you might think.

Can a court order be changed without going to court?

Published on 30/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins

Court orders can be changed through consent orders or error corrections, but only 15% succeed without legal help.

Sexual assault vs rape: What’s the difference under UK law?

Published on 29/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins

Rape specifically involves rape penetration, while sexual assault covers other non-consensual sexual contact, including rape touching and other rape indecent acts.

Preparing for court: What to expect? What to wear?

Published on 29/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Your court date is approaching, and you're probably worried sick. What do I wear? How long will I be there? What if I say the wrong thing? These questions may keep you up at night, but courts aren’t as terrifying as they seem once you understand how they work.

How to take a business to small claims court for unpaid debt?

Published on 28/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Winning proves the debt exists but doesn't deliver payment. Enforcement requires separate action and additional fees.

How to respond to a legal notice in the UK? Step‑by‑step

Published on 28/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins

A legal notice demands chronological actions: acknowledge receipt, review carefully, diarise deadlines, gather evidence, seek legal advice, draft formally, send early, and maintain records.

International & cross-border debt recovery: UK options explained

Published on 27/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

International debt recovery succeeds only when reciprocal treaties exist, assets are traceable, and potential recovery exceeds legal costs.

How to recover unpaid invoices from another business (B2B)?

Published on 27/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Review your contract and calculate statutory interest. Knowing exactly what you're owed strengthens every subsequent escalation step.

How and when to send a statutory notice? Examples & implications in UK law

Published on 24/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Statutory notices have strict timing windows; serving too early or too late renders them legally worthless.

Types of court orders you can apply for in the UK family court

Published on 24/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 7 mins

The right UK family court order depends on your specific crisis; child custody disputes, domestic abuse protection, financial maintenance, or property eviction.

Debt collection agency vs solicitor: what UK businesses need to know?

Published on 23/10/2025, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

Start with debt collection agencies for simple debts under £10,000; escalate to debt recovery solicitors when disputes, complexity, or court action arise.