By Tamara Davis and Dr Don Macfarlane (SBP Law) WARNING: This article may be regarded by many as unpleasant, concerning, and unsettling. Nonetheless, it is our duty to ensure that victims are protected and offered support within the law. You may have seen/been affected by...
Intellectual property, or IP, refers to an idea or other form of creative work must legally be treated as an asset or physical property. Common examples of IP include things like: An author's copyright on a book idea A distinctive logo that represents a brand...
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.' These populations have been recognised as notable because they carry a higher risk of...
When a marriage breaks down beyond the point of repair, sometimes the best thing to do for both parties is to end the partnership. As painful as separation can be, it can also make room for new exciting opportunities which would never have been possible...
When someone close to you passes away, it is natural for a variety of emotions to strike. Several factors can make death incredibly overwhelming. Suppose the death was unexpected. Perhaps you also find yourself as the sole proprietor of getting the deceased individual's affairs in...
It is safe to say that prenuptial agreements don't exactly have the best reputation when it comes to the perception of Joe Public. Many people see them as the exclusive reserve of the rich and famous, used primarily to stop would-be 'gold-diggers' in their tracks...
In Islam, loans which charge interest are forbidden. Due to this, it is common for many Muslims to search for halal alternatives to standard mortgages when buying a property. What is an Islamic Mortgage? These mortgages, which comply with sharia rules, are alternatives to most...
Conveyancing Solicitors In the UK, the conveyancing industry is renowned for providing expensive yet often slow services. Finding a conveyancing solicitor that is efficient and reliable as well as giving a personalised service is tricky. Finding one that does all that for a reasonable cost is even...
It is a known fact that it takes two to tango. Marriage is the outcome of the decision of two individuals. However, divorce can commence with the decision of one of the partners. Divorce is not as easy as it sounds because there are several...
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has disrupted economies and business corporations around the world. With the economy in shambles, financial experts around the world have proclaimed that we are amidst a global recession with increasing certainty. Many well-established businesses, particularly the ones which were smaller or...
After 47 years of membership, The UK has officially left the European Union. This happened at the late hours of January 31, 2020, after a June 2016 referendum. The EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens living in the United Kingdom have the right to live and...
There are several reasons why you may want to find out if someone is divorced. Perhaps you are a genealogist looking into someone's ancestry? Maybe your partner appears to be hiding something about their relationship history, and you want to find out if they have...
Have you found yourself contemplating divorce? Are you separated from your partner, wondering if divorce is an option for you? The following guidance’s may help provide clarity on your situation. In England and Wales, no legal time limit determines when divorce proceedings can be started....
Two approaches can be taken in relation to the above statement. The first is from the point of view of your own personal will, while the alternative is from the point of view of changing a will made by someone else. Let us first look...
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant financial distress for many around the globe. With unemployment at a record high in many countries, a vicious cycle has emerged. Lack of spending has led to a lack of revenue, which has consequently furthered a decline in the...
Council tax is taxation payable to your local authority which is based on the value of the property you live in and the geographical location of the property. The values of the property are banded into eight categories in England, A through to H, with...
As you reach or approach retirement age, you might find that you need more income. Perhaps you want to be able to help your children get on the property ladder, or finally go on that round the world cruise that you have always dreamed about?...
There are so many things to worry about if you are in the process of getting divorced. The most important is the custody of your children if you have them, but after that comes the financial aspect of the separation. If you are getting divorced, the largest...
In as much as being a solicitor in the United Kingdom is enticing, there are certain factors you must consider, and one of the important ones is how much they earn. You must also be aware that it is highly competitive. A good degree is...
In many parts of the country, and especially London, there is tremendous competition from would-be tenants, and at times there is a distinct shortage of available property. In order to find out what separates a reasonable prospective tenant to a very good one, we asked...
