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Government Wheels Out Big Guns to Fight Freedom of Information Requests

6 years ago in

General, Data Protection

Almost any inquisitive person would love to know more about the inner workings of government. However, as a highly unusual tribunal decision showed, unrestrained freedom of information can have a chilling impact on effective policy-making. The day after the Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Airport Operator Successfully Blocks Private Air Strip on Adjoining Farmland

6 years ago in

Commercial Property, Agriculture

If you are anxious that a neighbour’s proposed use of his or her land will become a nuisance to you, an expert lawyer will ensure that your objection really counts. In a case on point, the operator of a busy airport cited safety concerns in

Duped Into Paying for Non-Existent Goods in Advance? Take Advice Promptly

6 years ago in

Contract, Commercial Litigation

Paying for goods in advance inevitably involves an element of risk and, in the event of non-delivery arising from deceit, you should consult a solicitor without delay. In a case on point, a commodities company which was duped into pre-paying for thousands of tonnes of

When Banks Go Bust, Do Their Clients Suffer? Not If the Courts Can Help It!

6 years ago in

Insolvency, Business News

When banks or other financial institutions get into difficulties, the primary concern of judges is to protect the interests of retail investors. The High Court did exactly that in the case of an investment firm which held many millions in clients’ funds and assets when

High Court Urges End to Gladiatorial Combat in Big-Money Divorce Case

6 years ago in

Family and Matrimonial

One might think that wealthy couples with more than enough money to meet their reasonable needs would find it easier to fairly divide their assets on divorce – but that is far from always so. A case on point concerned a former couple who spent

Tribunal Comes to Aid of Dutiful Son Penalised for Late Payment of Tax

6 years ago in

Private Client Tax and Trusts

Prioritising prompt payment of your tax bills can be tough, particularly when there are other compelling and unforeseen demands on your limited resources. In a case on point, the First-tier Tribunal (FTT) came to the aid of a man who dipped into his tax reserve

Renting Out Your Home on Airbnb? Are You Sure You’re Entitled to Do So?

6 years ago in

General, Residential Property, Landlord and Tenant

Tenants should take professional advice before renting out their homes to short-term paying guests via Airbnb, Booking.com or other internet booking sites. In a case on point, a couple who failed to take that sensible step placed themselves in jeopardy by breaching the terms of

Worker Who Tripped Over No Entry Sign Wins £35,000 in Compensation

6 years ago in

Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence

Despite stringent health and safety rules, accidents at work remain a frequent occurrence and those who suffer injury should consult a solicitor without delay. In one case, a worker who tripped over a no entry sign installed to deter employees from taking illicit smoking breaks

Financier ‘Blackmailed’ After Pouring Out His Heart on Dating Website

6 years ago in

IT, Internet and Media

The internet can be a dangerous place and pouring your heart out to strangers online inevitably creates a risk of blackmail. In one case, however, the High Court came to the aid of an American financier who made the mistake of entering into sexually explicit

Making a Will? Have You Considered Your Loved Ones’ Real Needs?

6 years ago in

General, Private Client Wills and Probate

For many parents, the objective of a will is to ensure even-handed treatment of loved ones, particularly children. However, as a High Court case strikingly showed, some may be in greater need than others and that too should be taken into account. The case concerned

Josiah Hincks Solicitors

Government Wheels Out Big Guns to Fight Freedom of Information Requests

Airport Operator Successfully Blocks Private Air Strip on Adjoining Farmland

Duped Into Paying for Non-Existent Goods in Advance? Take Advice Promptly

When Banks Go Bust, Do Their Clients Suffer? Not If the Courts Can Help It!

High Court Urges End to Gladiatorial Combat in Big-Money Divorce Case

Tribunal Comes to Aid of Dutiful Son Penalised for Late Payment of Tax

Renting Out Your Home on Airbnb? Are You Sure You’re Entitled to Do So?

Worker Who Tripped Over No Entry Sign Wins £35,000 in Compensation

Financier ‘Blackmailed’ After Pouring Out His Heart on Dating Website

Making a Will? Have You Considered Your Loved Ones’ Real Needs?

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