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Reassessing the balance between creditor and debtor interests

Reassessing the balance between creditor and debtor interests

Published on 06/08/2020, by Qredible | Reviewed by SBP Law - Reading time: 5 mins

On 20 May 2020, the Government published the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill (the “Bill”) which, under the accelerated parliamentary process, received Royal Assent on 25 June 2020. Consequently, the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 (the “Act”) became law.

Reassessing the balance between creditor and debtor interests
Grandparents’ Rights: Want access to your grandchild?

Grandparents’ Rights: Want access to your grandchild?

Published on 22/07/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

In the UK, many grandparents have an essential role in supporting their grandchildren's upbringing. They collect them from school, take them for days out, have them for sleepovers, and some even live in their home. 

Grandparents’ Rights: Want access to your grandchild?
50 Shades Too Far – Enough Is Enough!

50 Shades Too Far – Enough Is Enough!

Published on 22/07/2020, by Qredible | Reviewed by Dr. Donald Macfarlane - Reading time: 4 mins

In criminal defences, the so-called "consent of sexual gratification defence" known publicly as the 'Rough Sex Defence' is a frequent defence in criminal proceedings. Essentially, a defendant argues that an injury or death occurred because of injuries...

50 Shades Too Far – Enough Is Enough!
Paedophile hunters evidence can be used in prosecutions

Paedophile hunters evidence can be used in prosecutions

Published on 16/07/2020, by Qredible | Reviewed by Dr. Donald Macfarlane - Reading time: 4 mins

The UK's Supreme Court has unanimously ruled that evidence from so-called "paedophile hunter" groups can be relied upon in criminal proceedings and does not infringe upon one's right to a private life under Article 8 of the ECHR.

Paedophile hunters evidence can be used in prosecutions
Conditions of a Commercial Property Lease

Conditions of a Commercial Property Lease

Published on 19/06/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 4 mins

Starting or expanding a business can be an exciting prospect. However, if this involves moving into a commercial residence for the first time, it can also be daunting. Lease agreements often contain complex contractual clauses and seemingly impenetrable legal jargon.

Conditions of a Commercial Property Lease
Digitisation of the Legal Profession – it’s now or never!

Digitisation of the Legal Profession – it’s now or never!

Published on 17/06/2020, by Dr. Donald Macfarlane - Reading time: 4 mins

Amidst the Coronavirus pandemic, there is immense pressure on many companies across different sectors of the economy. These are challenging times for businesses and law firms alike - hurdles, unlike anything that they have encountered before.

Digitisation of the Legal Profession – it’s now or never!
How to avoid conveyancing fraud?

How to avoid conveyancing fraud?

Published on 16/06/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 4 mins

Buying a house can be one of the most stressful things you can do; while juggling your usual life duties with solicitors, estate agents and buyers. Add to this having to deal with mind-blowing amounts of money and navigating the complex and glacially slow-moving process of purchasing. 

How to avoid conveyancing fraud?
How to end a civil partnership?

How to end a civil partnership?

Published on 11/06/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins

You may be familiar with the term civil partnership and associate it with the union of same-sex couples. However, there has been a change to the law in 2019...

How to end a civil partnership?
What happens when a company goes into liquidation?

What happens when a company goes into liquidation?

Published on 08/06/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins

There have been changes in the law surrounding insolvency due to the current economic climate. However, this has not stopped companies entering liquidation altogether. 

What happens when a company goes into liquidation?
Insolvency: 10 burning questions answered!

Insolvency: 10 burning questions answered!

Published on 18/05/2020, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins

You may have recently seen many articles and news reports referring to insolvency and the changes in the law surrounding it. If you or your business is struggling with debt...

Insolvency: 10 burning questions answered!

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