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- Criminal Law
Cyber Flashing Offences: What You Need to Know
On 31st January 2024, a new criminal offence was introduced in England to address the issue of unsolicited explicit images, often referred to as ...
- Commercial Conveyancing
Repossessing a Commercial Property: A Guide for Landlords
As a commercial landlord, the legal framework for repossessing a property can be complex, especially when dealing with tenants who have security of ...
- Employment Law
What is Unfair Dismissal?
In a recent case a teacher at Weatherby Prep School, of whom Prince William and Prince Harry’s are former students, won £170,000 for unfair ...
- Criminal Law
What to Do If You Are Arrested for Fraud
On 21st September 2024, Bristol Crown Court convicted a father and two sons accused of swindling the National Trust out of £1 million. Roger Bryant, ...
- Criminal Law
Why Is The Lucy Letby Case So Controversial?
The Lucy Letby case is controversial for numerous reasons, primarily due to the gravity of the charges, the complexities of the trial, and the ...
- Dispute Resolution
Courts Can Force Parties to Attend ADR?
Churchill v Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council [2023] EWCA Civ 1416 The case of Churchill v Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council [2023] EWCA Civ ...
- Employment Law
What Does An Employment Law Solicitor Do In Settlement Agreement Cases?
Employment settlement agreements are an important tool in resolving disputes between employers and employees. They are also regularly used to ...
- Commercial Law
Climate Considerations in Planning Permissions for New Developments in England
In a landmark decision, the UK Supreme Court in R (Finch) v Surrey County Council [2024] UKSC 20 has redefined the scope of environmental assessments ...
- Residential Conveyancing
Understanding the Difference Between Joint Tenants and Tenants in Common in Property Law
When two or more people purchase property together, they must decide how they will hold the property. This decision has significant legal and ...
- Criminal Law
Our New POCA Department
At Askews Legal LLP, we have always put meeting the needs of the local community in Coventry and Warwickshire first and foremost. Therefore, to run ...