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If your neighbour has plans to build an extension, it is natural to have concerns regarding how this may impact your property and enjoyment of your home. It is important to understand that the process of challenging any proposed extension is governed by...
Boundary hedge disputes and tree boundary disputes are common occurrences among neighbours in the United Kingdom. These disagreements can quickly escalate, impacting property relationships and leading to potential legal ramifications. Understanding...
What constitutes a legal right of way? A 'right of way' is a type of legal easement that grants individuals or bodies the legal authority to pass across land belonging to someone else. It often arises through express permission, historical use, or...
Boundary disputes can be challenging, stressful and financially burdensome. Whether you are dealing with a neighbour disputing the exact positioning of your property's fence, wall or hedge, understanding the typical costs involved in resolving these...
Almost 4 years since legislation of this nature was first promised, the Renters’ Rights Bill has now completed its final stage in Parliament before it receives Royal Assent. Proposals to end no-fault evictions were first set out in the...
Most of us have come to expect that our image or our voices will be recorded when we go about our daily lives. However, what we do not expect is that these things will be captured in the privacy of our homes/gardens. As the prevalence of CCTV...
When legal agreements are entered into, covenants often play a pivotal role in ensuring that each party adheres to specific duties and obligations. However, circumstances can sometimes arise where covenants are breached, leading to disputes between involved...
Boundary disputes can frequently arise between neighbouring landowners, often causing considerable anxiety, stress, and expense for all involved. Determining whether engaging in a boundary dispute is truly worthwhile requires careful consideration of...
People generally tend to be aware that when a branch from a neighbour’s tree is overgrowing into their property they are permitted to clip it back to the ‘boundary line’ and that they should try and give the clippings to their neighbour. ...
An anonymity order is a court order to safeguard the identify of a person or a party giving evidence such as witness in legal proceedings by preventing their names and relevant information from being disclosed publicly. This order can be granted by the...
Pizza Hut has announced it will close 68 eat-in restaurants and 11 delivery sites in the UK after the firm operating them fell into administration. The closures are predicted to affect over 1200 workers who are now at risk of redundancy. Adam Pennington,...
Adverse possession, sometimes referred to informally as "squatters' rights," represents a well-established legal principle allowing a person to gain ownership of land they have occupied without the registered owner's permission for a...
When it comes to renewing or replacing fences on your property, you need to be alive to the fact that neighbour disputes can (and very often do) occur over such a plan. Of course, the best way to resolve a dispute is to simply engage with your...
If you have had an accident and suffered injuries, it can be an overwhelming experience depending on the type of accident and seriousness of your injuries. It could even be life-changing. Bringing a personal injury claim can add to the already...
Boundary disagreements between property owners are a common source of confusion, tension, and potential disputes. Particularly problematic is the issue of determining responsibility and ownership for garden fences along shared property lines. In England...
The 2024 government statistics on road casualty figures are now available. It is a sad fact that deaths on the road are an everyday occurrence. Whilst there is a small decrease in the number of overall incidents compared to the previous year, the numbers...
Flexible and hybrid working, including working from home regularly, have now become the norm. Whilst working from home is convenient and comfortable, it can also pose health risks, particularly with regards to back injuries. Poor posture, unsupportive...
Boundary wall disputes are among the most frequent disagreements encountered between neighbours. Such disputes often arise from misunderstandings, unclear property boundaries, or disagreements concerning maintenance responsibilities. Addressing these...
With mobile networks rapidly expanding, there is an ever-growing need for electronic communications apparatus (ECA), such as phone masts and fibre broadband cables. The Electronic Communications Code 2017 gives telecommunications operators statutory rights...
Adverse possession , commonly referred to as 'squatters' rights', is a complex area of property law in England and Wales. Essentially, adverse possession refers to situations where an individual who is not the registered owner occupies land or...
You might be feeling like you been left out of pocket following an accident, and you might be wondering whether you can claim any of these expenses back. In addition to damages relating to your injury, you can also claim ‘special damages’...
World Sight Day takes place annually and this year, it will take place on Thursday 09 October 2025. In light of World Sight Day this month, it seems a pertinent time to highlight the importance of ensuring that your business or service accommodates and is...
Due to advances in technology and the increased use of social media by nearly everyone in the country most people have the means to share images widely. It is very easy for a person, in haste, to post something online which they later regret. ...
If you own property or land, encountering a boundary dispute can be distressing. One common area of conflict homeowners face is adverse possession, often referred to colloquially as "squatters' rights". Adverse possession occurs when an...
