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A trust of land is when the legal title of a piece of land is held by one party, the trustee, on behalf of another party, who has the ultimate beneficial interest, known as the beneficiary. Depending on the circumstances under which the trust arose, the...
A restrictive covenant is a contractual obligation contained within the deeds of a property. They can have the effect of restricting a landowners use of their land and are particularly troublesome for property developers. But for a property owner facing a...
A common story in the world of litigation is one which focusses on whether a claim form has been validly served on the defendant. The issuing and service of a claim form is arguably the most important procedural step a claimant will take. Time and...
The much debated topic of Japanese knotweed has been in the news again after a vendor did not disclose that the property he was selling had the plant growing on it. Japanese knotweed is an invasive plant that can cause problems to...
Today marks the eagerly awaited decision of the Supreme Court in Fearn and others v The Board of Trustees of the Tate Gallery concerning the law of private nuisance. Background The case relates to a new extension to the Tate Modern art gallery...
The short answer is yes, you are able to sell your home whilst there is an ongoing boundary dispute . There is however a legal requirement to disclose that boundary dispute when selling your house. Your conveyancing solicitor will require you to...
With Christmas around the corner, it is important to make sure you are armed with enough knowledge to understand your rights when it comes to buying goods. Perhaps your best weapon this Christmas is the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (the act). Briefly,...
It is reported that the UK economy is now in a recession and likely to be so until at least 2024. Inflation is rising at its fastest rate for 30 years. This is all influencing the cost of fuel/energy. Add into the mix the covid 19 pandemic,...
Living with a partner before marriage has become increasingly popular; whether buying a home together or one partner moving in with the other. Despite the increase in popularity the law in this area is heavily outdated and can often lead to unfair...
The news that Liverpool will host the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest will no doubt come as a blessing to local hoteliers and Airbnb hosts alike. Unfortunately, the same can’t be said for a number of their guests. Hotel and Airbnb guests are facing...
