by Damian | May 20, 2026 | Property, Tolata
When an unmarried couple separates, disputes about the family home are common. One person may want to sell the property while the other refuses. One partner may have paid the mortgage despite not being named on the title deeds. There may also be disagreements about... 
by Damian | May 15, 2026 | Litigation
Boat and Yacht Purchase Disputes in England and Wales: Misrepresentation, Consumer Rights, Defects, Surveyor Negligence and Recovery of the Purchase Price Buying a boat, yacht, motor cruiser, RIB, canal boat or narrowboat can involve a substantial financial... 
by Damian | Mar 31, 2026 | Consumer Guides, Miscellaneous
Legal Disputes, CRiS, Inspections, Insurance and Finance Rights Buying a caravan, camper van or motorhome can be an exciting investment, but it can also give rise to costly disputes if proper checks are not carried out before purchase. Common issues include hidden... 
by Damian | Mar 2, 2026 | Company Law
Preventing 50/50 Deadlock in Owner-Managed Companies Cardiff is now firmly established as one of the UK’s fastest-growing cities. Over the past decade, the Welsh capital has attracted technology companies, professional services firms, construction businesses and... 
by Damian | Feb 3, 2026 | Contentious Probate
Syder v Saladino & Ors is a notable High Court decision under the Inheritance Act. In this case, an estranged spouse was awarded £45,000 from the deceased’s estate. The ruling highlights a recurring issue in inheritance disputes. Even when a will is valid and... 
by Damian | Dec 12, 2025 | Contentious Probate, Wills
Why “Cheap and Quick” Can Cost Your Estate Dearly Clodes Solicitors are contentious-probate experts because we regularly act in contested will disputes, challenges, and proceedings to set aside wills, we see first-hand the problems caused by DIY will kits and online... 
by Damian | Nov 26, 2025 | 2025 Autumn Budget, Inheritance Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed the Budget 2025 tax and NIC threshold freeze, extending key Income Tax and NIC (National Insurance Contributions) thresholds through the 2030–31 tax year. The Inheritance Tax nil-rate band (NRB) and residence nil-rate band (RNRB)... 
by Damian | Nov 20, 2025 | Miscellaneous
Overview Reputation disputes have shifted from newspapers and blogs to short-form video platforms such as TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts. With vast reach and rapid sharing, serious allegations can go viral within minutes. This article explains how UK law... 
by Damian | Nov 7, 2025 | Probate
Q&A using Scott v Scott [2025] This article looks at how courts deal with a testamentary capacity will challenge, using the recent High Court case Scott v Scott [2025] as a guide. It explains how judges assess whether a person making a will truly understood what... 
by Damian | Nov 3, 2025 | Lasting Power of Attorney
Serving clients across Wales from our base at Cardiff Gate. Appointments available in Cardiff City Centre, or at your home, hospital, or care home anywhere in Wales & West of England. At‑a‑Glance: Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)...
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